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Plain Language in Contracting Act

Passed first chamber: it can still change before the session ends.

US HR 787 · House Bill · 119th Congress

Stage
Passed first chamber
Started in
House
Sponsors
4
Latest action
Jun 4, 2025

What it does

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.

Official summary · Introduced in House · Jan 28, 2025

Titles and provisions can change as the bill moves.

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Where it stands

  1. Introduced (Done)

    Jan 28, 2025

  2. Committee (Done)

  3. Floor (Current step)

    Passed first chamber · Jun 4, 2025

  4. Law (Not started)

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Where it goes next

While a bill can still move, the questions are about people and money.

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