2014 Indiana Code TITLE 4. STATE OFFICES AND ADMINISTRATION ARTICLE 22. ADMINISTRATIVE RULES AND PROCEDURES CHAPTER 10. DOCUMENT DRAFTING STANDARDS
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IC 4-22-10
Chapter 10. Document Drafting Standards
IC 4-22-10-1
"Agency"
Sec. 1. As used in this chapter, "agency" has the meaning set forth
in IC 4-22-2-3.
As added by P.L.152-2012, SEC.8.
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.
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