The Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) establishes a presumption that records in the possession of agencies and departments of the Executive Branch of the U.S. Government are available to the public. FOIA sets standards for determining when Government records must be made available and which records may be withheld. FOIA also gives requesters specific legal rights and provides administrative and judicial remedies when access to records or portions of records is denied. Most importantly, FOIA statute requires that Federal agencies provide access to and disclosure of information pertaining to the Government's business to the fullest extent possible.

FMCSA strongly endorses a policy of openness in Government!

Links to More FOIA Information:

• Department of Transportation FOIA Web Site
• FOIA Reference Guide
• FOIA Regulation
• Department of Justice FOIA Web Site
• Motor Carrier Documents/Information Available without a FOIA Request