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In keeping with our
society's interest in an open government, the Freedom of
Information Act (FOIA) allows access to almost all Federal
agency records. FAS, like other Federal agencies, is required to
make records accessible to requesters. Many documents are
available to the public without having to file a FOIA request.
These include press releases, speeches, technical publications,
statistics, congressional testimony, program regulations, and
some letters and memoranda. |
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The following
questions can help guide you through the FAS FOIA request
process: |
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What
information is not available through FOIA? |
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How
to request records under FOIA? |
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What
fees or costs are involved? |
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Fee
Categories
Fee Waivers |
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What
happens to my request? |
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How
long will it take to answer my request? |
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Sample
FOIA Request Letter |
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How
does the Privacy Act relate to the FOIA? |
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FAS
Records System |
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USDA
FOIA Regulations |
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FAS
FOIA Annual Reports 2003
2002
2001
2000
1999
1998 |
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For further information, call Don Washington, Freedom of
Information Officer, on
(202) 720-3101 or email at Donald.Washington@fas.usda.gov |