FAQs
Document Drafting Handbook
The Document Drafting Handbook is intended to help agencies prepare documents for publication in the Federal Register.
Current Edition
Supplements to the October 1998 Revision
- New "ADDRESSES" Template
— required in documents that request comments.
- Supplement 2, May 1, 2004:
Corrections to a Rule — amends when and how a rule can be corrected.
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- Supplement 3, October 1, 2007:
Can I Submit a Computer File? — explains how to submit computer files as Federal Register documents.
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- Supplement 4, March 9, 2006:
Amendatory Language: Stays and Suspensions — discusses the terms "Stay" and "Suspend."
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- Supplement 5, October 23, 2006:
Frequently Asked Questions: Where do I deliver my document? — updates the Office of the Federal Register's mailing address.
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