National Freedom of Information Coalition

State and Federal FOI Resources

These pages contain descriptions and links for FOI publications, contacts, legislation, and current events. Citizens interested in additional help are encouraged to contact the individuals and organizations mentioned here.

Comments, suggestions, corrections, or additions are welcome. Write griffithd@missouri.edu.

Federal Resources

The Federal FOI Resources page offers links to a broad range of professional organizations, legal guides, an automatic FOIA request letter generator and news organizations to provide you with up-to-the-minute information designed to assist you in using the federal Freedom of Information Act.

State Resources

The State FOI Resources pages are designed to assist you with using state access laws. On these pages you will find links to organizations that will aid you in generating state FOI request letters, comparing your state's provisions to those of other states, planning a records audit, or providing FOI training.

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