Where do I send my requests/letters?
U.S. Department of Education
Office of the Chief Information Officer
550 12th Street, SW, PCP, 9th Floor, Room 9148
Washington, DC 20202-4750
Attn: FOIA Officer or via e-mail to: OCIO_FOIA@ed.gov
Who is the contact person for FOIA matters?
Angela Arrington
(202) 245-6651
How quickly do you respond to requests?
In 20 working days. However, the release of records may take longer.
Who handles requests for fee waivers?
ED's FOIA Officer has sole authority to grant or deny a fee waiver.
Do you notify the customer if the cost is greater than $25?
Yes, unless the customer indicated in the request the amount he or she was willing to pay.
What is the minimum ED will charge?
ED is directed not to request a check for less than $5.
Do you request the money in advance?
If the charges exceed $250, ED will request payment in advance.
If a customer has a history of non-payment, will you continue to process requests for that customer?
No, if there is a history of non-payment of assessed fees, ED does not continue to provide information to the customer.
Who collects the money for FOIA?
All checks should be made payable to the U.S. Department of Education and directed to the FOIA Office.
Who has the authority in ED to withhold documents (in part/whole)?
The FOIA Officer, the Office of Inspector General and the Regional FOIA Denial Officers have the authority to withhold documents.
Which office in ED handles appeals under FOIA?
All appeals must be directed to:
Deputy Chief Information Officer
400 Maryland Ave. S.W., Room 4E213 FB-6
Washington, D.C. 20202-4110
ATTN: FOIA Appeals
