Simplifying Subcontracting Act
The Simplifying Subcontracting Act requires prime contractors (companies winning federal government contracts) to use clear, plain language in all subcontract solicitations and subcontracts. This ensures small businesses seeking subcontracting opportunities can easily understand the requirements, as defined by the Plain Writing Act of 2010. If the Small Business Administration finds a contractor failed to use plain language, the contractor must resend the solicitation in plain language within 30 days. The Small Business Administration must issue implementing regulations within 90 days of the law's enactment.
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Introduced Feb 13, 2025
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Read twice and referred to the Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.
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Feb 13, 2025
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