diff --git a/CONTRIBUTING.md b/CONTRIBUTING.md
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+++ b/CONTRIBUTING.md
@@ -91,14 +91,7 @@ Bugs should be reported to [github.com/ansible/ansible](http://github.com/ansibl
 signing up for a free github account.  Before reporting a bug, please use the bug/issue search 
 to see if the issue has already been reported.  
 
-When filing a bug, the following information is always required:
-
-* A good name for the bug ("Foo module raises exception when xyz=glork is used", vs "foo doesn't work")
-* A succinct description of the problem
-* What version of ansible you are using (ansible --version)
-* Steps to reproduce the problem, including commands or playbook snippets as relevant
-* Expected results
-* Actual results, and as full/complete output as possible
+When filing a bug, please use the [issue template](https://raw2.github.com/ansible/ansible/devel/examples/issues/ISSUE_TEMPLATE.md) to provide all relevant information.
 
 Do not use the issue tracker for "how do I do this" type questions.  These are great candidates
 for IRC or the mailing list instead where things are likely to be more of a discussion.