PBGC in plain English

PBGC protects America's pensions. It's an important mission, and we want you to understand how we carry it out.

We are committed to communicate the agency’s work in plain English using simple language throughout our news releases, frequently asked questions, and other website content.

Plain Language Guidelines

PBGC encourages employers, plan sponsors, and plan administrators to use the Federal Plain Language Guidelines as a resource in developing notices and disclosures.

Making it Plain

We regularly update PBGC.gov to provide clear and concise content.

If you see unclear language on this website or in any other communication from PBGC, send a note to webmaster@pbgc.gov.