The FOIA became effective in 1967, and its purpose was to provide a statutory basis for public access to official agency information previously restricted from public view. Through the FOIA, Congress made it clear that the public has the right to know what its government is doing, for an informed public is vital to democracy.

Under the FOIA, official information is now available to "any person," without regard to need for or interest in the material. The Agency and its FOIA staff are committed to ensuring the fullest possible disclosure of records, consistent with the letter and spirit of the law.

We welcome any questions or comments about the site.



Martha Diaz Ortiz
FOIA/Privacy Act Officer


    Guidelines on requesting records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)


    Records that may be requested under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)





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