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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Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
Introduced in House
Referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform.
Committee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held.
Ordered to be Reported (Amended) by Voice Vote.
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To improve communication from Federal agencies to individuals by requiring clear instructions, and for other purposes.
USA115th CongressHR-5321| House
| Updated: 5/23/2018
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.