Yes. But Federal Gov't Agencies cannot.
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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allows individuals to request access to federal agency records, promoting transparency and accountability in government. To respond to a FOIA request, an agency must review the request, locate the relevant records, and determine if any exemptions apply. Agencies typically have 20 business days to respond but can extend this time in certain circumstances. Overall, FOIA is a crucial tool for citizens to obtain information and engage with their government.
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The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a U.S. federal law enacted in 1966 that allows the public to request access to records from any federal agency. It promotes transparency by enabling individuals to obtain information about government activities, ensuring accountability. While there are certain exemptions to protect sensitive information, FOIA is a crucial tool for journalists, researchers, and citizens seeking to understand government operations.
There is no such thing as a FOIA request form. You simply write a letter describing the documents and/or type of information you want released, and mail it to the FOIA office of the agency that most likely holds these documents or information.I have used the FOIA Letter Generator (see links) to do this.
refer the documents to the foia office at the originating agency for release determination
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Due to current laws, you may request this information under the FOIA.
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