The House has joined the Senate in passing S-336, to compel agencies to respond more quickly and openly to Freedom of Information Act requests.
The bill would establish a single website for making FOIA requests; direct agencies to make records available in an electronic format; reduce the number of exemptions agencies can use to withhold information from the public; clarify procedures for handling frequently requested documents and charging fees; establish a Chief FOIA Officers Council; and require additional reporting on FOIA matters. Continue…
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