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E-FOIA Link Page

Enacted in 1966, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) was the first law establishing an effective legal right of access to government information. At that time, almost all information was confined to paper. But now records are maintained in other formats, including CD-ROM and computer tapes and diskettes. These formats make it easier to put information online for direct access by the public. In order to provide enhanced access to Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) records and in accordance with the Electronic FOIA Amendments of 1996, APHIS has established a World Wide Web page that makes frequently requested records available online or in electronic format.

APHIS E-FOIA Web Page

The APHIS E-FOIA page for all APHIS programs is: https://foia.aphis.usda.gov/

If you prefer to go directly to specific Animal Care E-FOIA information located within this web site, please refer to the direct links below.

Animal Care Inspection Reports of USDA Licensed or Registered Facilities

The availability of inspection reports electronically has been discontinued until legal issues are resolved. Hard copies of Animal Care inspection reports can be obtained through the regional offices

Please note that inspection reports for a given facility will be placed in the online access database 21 days after the inspection. Therefore, there should be no reports to access until October 22, 2001.

Annual Reports from Research Facilities for 1996, 1997 and 1998

The annual reports from research facilities for the years 1996, 1997, and 1998 can be found on the APHIS E-FOIA web site at: https://foia.aphis.usda.gov/read_room/animal_welfare/index.html.

The years 1999 and 2000 will be added when the electronic conversion of these reports is complete.

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