diff --git a/docs/STATUS b/docs/STATUS
index 6294703cf4..c5d1b5d6be 100644
--- a/docs/STATUS
+++ b/docs/STATUS
@@ -189,6 +189,9 @@ To Do List
   things that we all assume everyone uses, but some folks might not know
   about.
 
+- Clarify which directives only affect requests when they're handled
+  by the default handler.  (e.g. ForceType, TraceEnable, etc.)
+
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