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FOIA: U.S. State Department
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) allows the public to request records from federal agencies.
On this website, you can:
Learn about the Department's FOIA and other information access programs Search available records Learn how to request records Request records online using the Public Access Link (PAL)Opens this website https://pal.foia.state.gov in new window. portal
Department of Health and Human Services | Electronic Reading Room
At HHS, each major organizational component has its own Electronic Reading Room. Scroll down to browse frequently requested records, or click on any of the Operating Division Reading Rooms for more specific documents.
Defense Intelligence Agency FOIA FOIA Electronic Reading Room
The Official FOIA Reading Room of the Defense Intelligence Agency
Freedom of Information Act Electronic Reading Room | CIA FOIA (foia.cia.gov)
"Reading Room" tab (top menu) helps by showing some filter options and allows browsing of collections. Clicking "Historical Collections" (left menu) shows list of all historical collections. Requester portal gives tips for submitting FOIA request and provides FOIA Annual Reports (2001-current).
FBI Records: The Vault (FOIA Reading Room)
The Vault is the FBI's new FOIA Library, containing 6,700 documents and other media that have been scanned from paper into digital copies so you can read them in the comfort of your home or office.