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WEBAbout us. The Plain Language Action and Information Network (PLAIN) is a community of federal employees dedicated to the idea that citizens deserve clear communication from …

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Federal plain language guidelines

WEBThese are the official guidelines for the Plain Writing Act of 2010. We developed these guidelines to help you and your agency write clearly, so your users can: Find what they …

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Checklists and handouts

WEBChecklists. Checklist for Plain Language, PLAIN. Checklist for Plain Language on the Web, PLAIN. 10 Steps to Plain Writing (PDF), Census. Quick Checklist for Plain Language, …

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Plain Language in Healthcare

WEBThe Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality prepared this summary of Literacy and Health Outcomes. You can get a printed copy of the full report free from the AHRQ …

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A History of Plain Language in the U.S. Government

WEBPLAIN believes the public deserves to understand what its government is doing for them and expects of them. Whether or not there is a government-wide mandate to use plain …

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Law and requirements

WEBLaw and requirements. The Plain Writing Act of 2010 was signed on October 13, 2010. The law requires that federal agencies use clear government communication that the public …

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Before and after

WEBDepartment of the Interior. Application Due Date. Application for Federal Assistance. Employment Assistance. Printer Recommendations.

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Assuring Access to Essential Health Care

WEBThe revised publication Assuring Access to Essential Health Care replaces Profile 1996. The name alone is a significant improvement for readers, and makes it more likely they …

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Principles of Plain Language Exercises

WEBExceeding a speed of 15 miles per hour unless posted otherwise. Parking a vehicle in an oversand route so as to obstruct traffic. Riding on a fender, tailgate, roof, door or any …

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Dietary Guidelines: Losing Weight Safely

WEBBefore. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommends a half hour or more of moderate physical activity on most days, preferably every day. The activity can include brisk …

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Register a Pesticide

WEBThe process of registering a pesticide begins with submission to EPA of an application package. EPA’s review of this application includes assessment of the hazards to human …

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No Gobbledygook Award 10

WEBWashington, DC — Vice President Gore today awarded Laurel Eu, a Public Affairs Specialist in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) Los Angeles District, his monthly …

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No Gobbledygook Award 8

WEBMisusing over-the-counter drugs can be dangerous. Although over-the-counter drugs are generally very safe, their misuse causes over 170,000 hospitalizations each year at an …

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