This article analyses the legislative framework for the use of Easy Language in Slovenia and Germany, compares their approaches and discusses the sociolinguistic challenges that arise in this context. The article is based on an analysis of relevant laws, guidelines and adequate literature and highli-ghts the main differences between the two countries: in Germany, the field of Easy Language has been regulated for quite some time by specific legal standards and guidelines, while Slovenia is still in the early stages of implementing national strategies and has no clearly defined legal requirements for the use of Easy Language. The article highlights key challenges such as the lack of adequately trained professionals, the high cost of translation and the stigmatization of Easy Language in public discourse. Based on a com-parative analysis, the author highlights the key shortcomings and outlines concrete steps to improve the current situation in Slovenia, in particular the development of clearer legislative guidelines and interdisciplinary cooperation on the introduction of Easy Language.
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