Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests
Guideline ID
FSIS-GD-2017-0006
Issue Date
April 2017
This guidance provides information about how to make a FOIA request for FSIS. This guidance also provides additional instruction regarding fees or costs involved when making a FOIA request. It applies to the public and the actions they may take when requesting Federal records related to food safety mission and not protected by legal exemption or exclusions. It relates to 9 CFR Part 390.
Disclaimer: The contents of this guidance document do not have the force and effect of law and are not meant to bind the public in any way. This document is intended only to provide clarity to the public regarding existing requirements under the law or agency policies.