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The Office of Government Information Services

The Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) is a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) resource for the public and the government. Congress has charged us with reviewing FOIA policies, procedures and compliance of Federal agencies and identifying ways to improve compliance. Our mission also includes resolving FOIA disputes between Federal agencies and requesters. 

OGIS is a place where anyone can ask for FOIA assistance. In other words we also serve the FOIA Ombudsman -- answering questions, tracking suggestions and providing information. See something we should know about? Have a suggestion to improve FOIA? Let us know.

News

June 16, 2020
Today on our blog, we announced the publication of our latest assessment, Agency Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Website Communications on COVID-19


June 9, 2020
Yesterday, the Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy (OIP) announced dates for its new virtual FOIA training during the month of June. The dates for the training sessions are available on OIP’s Eventbrite page.

June 8, 2020
The National Archives and Records Administration seeks member nominations for the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee. Click here to learn more.

May 29, 2020
Yesterday, the Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy (OIP) issued new guidance for agency FOIA administration in light of COVD-19. Click here to read the guidance.

May 20, 2020
In our blog post today, we announced that the 2018-2020 FOIA Advisory Committee draft final report is available for public comment. We also note that registration to virtually attend the FOIA Advisory Committee's June 4, 2020 meeting is now open. Click here to register.

 

How do I?

 

FOIA Requests for CDC COVID-19 Records

Presentation Slides| Webinar Transcript| Video

The Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) co-hosted a webinar on Tues, May 12, 2020. During the event, CDC provided background on its Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) process, shared how the CDC is responding to requests relating to COVID-19 records, and provided tips for successful FOIA requests. Click here to learn more.

 

Highlights

 

Upcoming Events

July 20, 2020
OGIS Annual Open Meeting - Virtual Event

August 3, 2020
Chief FOIA Officers Council Meeting - Virtual Event

September 10, 2020
FOIA Advisory Committee Meeting

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