To improve communication from Federal agencies to individuals by requiring clear instructions, and for other purposes.

United States115th CongressHR-5321House of Representatives
Updated: May 23, 2018

Summary

Too Long; Didn't Read Act of 2018 or the TL; DR Act of 2018 This bill requires the Office of Management and Budget to develop and issue regulations that direct each federal agency to provide a clearly-marked section at the top of a communication (both hard copy and electronic) that the agency sends to an individual if such communication requires or authorizes such individual to take action. To the extent practicable, the clearly-marked section at the top of the first page shall include: the action item; if a response is required, optional, or not required; the deadline, if applicable; how to complete the action item; and the agency's contact information.

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Timeline

  1. Introduced in House

  2. Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.

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  3. Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.

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  4. Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.

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