2012 Indiana Code
TITLE 4. STATE OFFICES AND ADMINISTRATION
ARTICLE 22. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES AND PROCEDURES
CHAPTER 10. DOCUMENT DRAFTING STANDARDS

IC 4-22-10-2
"Covered document"
Sec. 2. As used in this chapter, "covered document" means any document that:
(1) is necessary for obtaining any benefit or service administered or provided by an agency, or for filing taxes with an agency;
(2) provides information about any state benefit or service; or
(3) explains to the public how to comply with a requirement an agency administers or enforces.
The term includes (whether in paper or electronic form) a letter, publication, form, notice, or instruction. The term does not include a rule subject to the format, numbering system, standards, and techniques established under IC 4-22-2-42.
As added by P.L.152-2012, SEC.8.

IC 4-22-10-3
"Plain writing"
Sec. 3. As used in this chapter, "plain writing" means writing that is clear, concise, and well-organized, and follows other best practices appropriate to the subject or field and intended audience.
As added by P.L.152-2012, SEC.8.

IC 4-22-10-4
Plain writing requirement for government documents
Sec. 4. An agency shall use plain writing in every covered document that the agency issues or substantially revises.
As added by P.L.152-2012, SEC.8.

IC 4-22-10-5
Plain writing requirement; compliance date
Sec. 5. An agency must be fully in compliance with this chapter after September 30, 2013.
As added by P.L.152-2012, SEC.8.