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Plain Language in Government Communications Act of 2007

A bill to enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing plain language as the standard style of Government documents issued to the public, and for other purposes.

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11/1/2007--Introduced.
Plain Language in Government Communications Act of 2007 - Requires each executive agency, not later than one year, to use plain language in any covered document issued or substantially revised after the enactment of this Act. Defines "covered document" ... moreSee Full Bill Text

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April 15, 2008 S. 2291, Plain Language in Government Communications Act of 2007

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S. 2291: Plain Language in Government Communications Act of 2007. A bill to enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing plain language as the standard style of Government documents issued to the public, ...

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October 31, 2007 S. 2291, A bill to enhance citizen access to Government ...

S. 2291 would enhance citizen access to Government information and services by establishing plain language as the standard style of Government documents issued to the public.... Vote on This Bill: For | Against.

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