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
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.
Reported by Senator Shaheen without amendment. Without written report.
Reported by Senator Shaheen without amendment. Without written report.
Ordered to be reported without amendment favorably.
Williams (TX) moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.
(consideration: CR H2645-2646)
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H2645)