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The Don’t Block LGBTQ Act of 2026 aims to ensure that elementary and secondary schools, as well as public libraries, which receive discounted internet services through the federal Universal Service Schools and Libraries Program (commonly known as E-Rate), do not restrict access to online resources related to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) topics. The bill amends the Communications Act of 1934 to add a provision that denies these discounts to any school or library that blocks internet access to LGBTQ resources as defined in the bill. These resources include information about sexual orientation, gender identity, and related subjects, excluding certain explicit visual content already regulated under existing law. The goal is to promote equal access to information and prevent censorship of LGBTQ content in educational and public settings that benefit from federal support. If enacted, schools and libraries would need to review their internet filtering policies to ensure compliance or risk losing discounted internet service rates. This could increase access to LGBTQ information for students and library patrons, supporting inclusivity and education. However, it may also raise concerns among some communities about content appropriateness and parental control over minors' internet use.