Plain Language in Contracting Act

Last action on Mar 18, 2026Referred to the House Committee on Financial Services.

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Plain Language in Contracting Act

This bill requires that notices of contracting opportunities for small businesses are written in a clear, concise, and accessible manner.

Each notice also must comply with the requirements of the Plain Writing Act of 2010, which are applicable to publications and notices by federal agencies.

The Small Business Administration must issue rules to implement these requirements.

Plain Language in Contracting Act

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Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

House Committee on Small Business

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Plain Language in Contracting Act

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Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship

House Committee on Small Business

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