Arizona FOI Resources

Arizona state seal
Open records law
Open meetings law
FOIA request form
State Attorney General
1275 West Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85007
(602) 542-5025

Additional resources

Arizona Agency Handbook
Chapter 7: Open Meetings

Arizona State Library, Archives & Public Records
The State Archives, located in the Polly Rosenbaum Archives and History Building, collects, preserves and makes available to the public and all branches of government, permanent public records, historical manuscripts, photographs and other materials that contribute to the understanding of Arizona history. The Records Management Center administers the management of public records throughout state and local government in Arizona.
Arizona Secretary of State: Accessing Arizona Public Records

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