Difference between revisions of "Plain Writing Act"
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* Avoidance of acronyms | * Avoidance of acronyms | ||
* Use of headers and tables | * Use of headers and tables | ||
Revision as of 01:44, June 13, 2024
Plain Writing Act of 2010 requires that clear communications by federal agencies to the public: "The purpose of this Act is to improve the effectiveness and accountability of Federal agencies to the public by promoting clear Government communication that the public can understand and use."[1]
Elements of plain writing include:
- Shorter paragraphs and sentences
- Active rather than passive voice
- Avoidance of jargon
- Avoidance of acronyms
- Use of headers and tables