Plain Language in Contracting Act

House Bill 7987 - Plain Language in Contracting Act: Overview, Status, and Impact

Hozzl · 2024-06-18T18:38:03Z

Explore the details of House Bill 7987 Plain Language in Contracting Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on Commerce. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/18/2024, 6:38 PM

Congressional Summary of HR 7987

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 7987

Bill HR 7987 is currently in the status of Introduced to House since April 15, 2024. Bill HR 7987 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on April 15, 2024. Bill HR 7987's most recent activity was Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 409. as of May 23, 2024

Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7987

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7987

Primary Policy Focus

Commerce

Potential Impact Areas

- Public contracts and procurement

- Small business

Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7987

Plain Language in Contracting Act

To require plain language and the inclusion of key words in covered notices that are clear, concise, and accessible to small business concerns, and for other purposes.