Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) the Denali Commission (Commission) is generally required to disclose records requested in writing. The Commission may withhold information as identified in the nine exemptions and three exclusions contained in FOIA. FOIA applies only to federal agencies, such as the Commission, and does not create a right of access to records held by Congress, the courts, or by state or local government agencies.  Each state has its own public access laws which should be consulted in advance of requesting state or local records.

Pursuant to FOIA the Commission may request reimbursement for the cost of providing and shipping records to the requesting party. FOIA requests to the Denali Commission should be submitted in writing and addressed to: