diff --git a/Reimbursements/Requirements.mdwn b/Reimbursements/Requirements.mdwn
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--- a/Reimbursements/Requirements.mdwn
+++ b/Reimbursements/Requirements.mdwn
@@ -101,7 +101,7 @@ Bookkeepers can log into the system and see all requests.
 When bookkeepers review a Submitted report, they can change the report's
 state, and include a note explaining why the report was moved to that state
 (e.g., moved back to In Progress because a specific receipt was insufficient
-documentation).  When they do this, the system sends e-mail to the requestor
+documentation).  When they do this, the system sends email to the requestor
 letting them know about the change, including the rationale provided by the
 bookkeeper.