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Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)
The FOIA allows the general public to request records in writing from the Federal Government. Some records are released to the public under the FOIA and may therefore reflect deletion of some information in accordance with the FOIA's nine statutory exemptions or two law enforcement record exclusions. A consolidated list of such records is on Defense Link.
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Who can submit a FOIA request?
Any "person" can make a FOIA request, including U.S. citizens, foreign nationals, organizations, universities, businesses, and state and local governments. Federal agencies or fugitives from the law cannot make FOIA requests.
How do I make a request?
Submit requests for Lackland AFB records in writing to the Lackland AFB FOIA RSC. You will need to cite the FOIA and describe the records as specifically as possible and/or give other details or information of the records you want. This will help us decide where to search and determine what records pertain to your request. You must also include a willingness to pay and contact information (mailing address and telephone number).
Will it cost anything?
Yes; the FOIA allows fee charges based on the requestor's category. There are three categories:
Commercial: Costs include search, review, and reproduction fees (to include costs for any diskettes provided).
Educational, Non-Commercial: Costs include reproduction fees (first 100 pages provide at no cost).
Others: Costs include search and reproduction fees (first 2 hours of search and 100 pages provided at no cost).
The FOIA also allows waivers or reduction in fees if disclosing the information is in the public interest. However, solid justification for reduced fees or complete fee waiver must be provided.
When can I expect a response to my request?
Normally, you can expect a response to your FOIA request within 20 days (except for Saturdays, Sundays, and Federal Holidays) from the date the FOIA office receives it. If special situations exist, the FOIA office will contact you with an estimated completion date and explain the reason for the delay. The Lackland AFB FOIA RSC work requests on a first-in, first-out basis.
How can I obtain copies of transcripts of my AF formal training?
If you misplaced or lost copies of your training records, you do not need to submit a request under the FOIA. Simply contact the Community College of the Air Force.
How do I obtain copies of my personnel records?
People requesting their records send a signed request that includes their name, social security number, contact information and specific record requested. Those requesting a relative's record also need to provide their relationship to the former airman.
Former Active Duty Who Retired Or Separated On Or After 1 Oct 04: Send your requests to AFPC/DPFFCMP, 550 C St. W., Suite 19, Randolph AFB TX 78150-4701 or fax to (210) 565-4021 or DSN 665-4021.
Former Guard And Reserve Who Retired Or Separated On Or After 1 Oct 04: Send your requests to HQ ARPC/PSDC, 6760 E. Irvington Place, Suite 4000, Denver, CO 80280-0001 or fax to (303) 676-7071 or DSN 926-7071.
For Those Who Retired Before 1 Oct 04: Visit the NPRC Web site for record request instructions.
How do I obtain copies of my medical records?
Active Duty & Their Dependents Receiving Care at Wilford Hall Medical Center (WHMC): Submit you requests, in writing, to the WHMC Release of Healthcare Information (RHI) at 59 MDSS/SGHSR (RHI), 2200 Bergquist Dr, Ste 1, Lackland AFB TX 78236-9908. For additional information please call 210-292-5081.
Active Duty & Their Dependents Receiving Care at Kelly Clinic: Submit you requests, in writing, to the 959 MDOS/MMKK Kelly Clinic (RHI), 204 Paul Wagner Dr, Bldg 1740, Kelly USA TX 78236. For additional information please call 210-925-6083.
Active Duty Personnel Discharged/Retired/Deceased Prior to 5 January 1994: Submit written requests to National Personnel Records Center (Military Personnel Records), 9700 Page Ave, St. Louis MO 63132-5100. For additional information visit the NPRC Web Site.
Active Duty Personnel Discharged/Retired/Deceased After to 5 January 1994: Submit written requests to Department of Veterans Affairs, Records Management Center, P.O. Box 5020, St Louis MO 63115-0020. For additional information please call 314-538-4500.
Dependent Records: Submit written requests to the NPRC (CPR), 111 Winnebago St., St. Louis MO 63118. |
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Lackland AFB Freedom of Information Act
Requester Service Center (FOIA RSC)
The Lackland AFB FOIA RSC services the 37th Training Wing, 59th Medical Wing (also known as the Wilford Hall Medical Center), Headquarters Air Force Security Forces Center, 651st Munitions Squadron, Gaylor Noncommissioned Officer Academy and the Area Defense Council office. |
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On March 30, 2009, the The Air Force established a new FOIA Web site for submitting requests online to our Requester Service Centers (RSC). Click on the link below to access the site. Once there, we recommend you review all the links on the left side for information and guidance. Please identify the physical location of the record(s) you are requesting, i.e., identify the base under the selected major command (MAJCOM) with the record(s) you are requesting.
Air Force e-FOIA Public Access Link (PAL)
AUTHORITY: 10 USC 8013 and 5 USC 552.
PURPOSE: To obtain necessary information so that a response can be provided to your FOIA request.
ROUTINE USE: Your request may be referred to another Federal agency if the record(s) you seek originated with that agency.
DISCLOSURE: Voluntary: However, no reply can be given if the requested information is not furnished.
Sample FOIA Request
You may also submit your request to the following address, fax, or e-mail address:
Mail your request to:
Lackland AFB FOIA RSC
37 CS/SCOKF
2261 Hughes Avenue, Ste 102
Lackland AFB TX 78236-9802
Fax to:
Commercial 210-671-4592
DSN 473-4592
Hand-carry your request to:
37 CS/SCOKF
Building 7243, Room 8
Email to LAFB FOIA RSC: lafb.foia@lackland.af.mil |
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Air Force policy is to deny requests for lists of e-mail addresses (both personal and organizational) using FOIA exemption (b)(2)(high). We also rely on FOIA exemption (b)(6) when denying lists of personal e-mail addresses. High (b)(2) protects internal information, the disclosure of which would risk circumvention of a statute or agency regulation. Because DoD e-mail systems are to be used only for official and authorized purposes, the addresses are considered primarily internal. The regulations at issue that could be circumvented include DoD and AF regulations that require us to limit use of e-mail to authorized purposes, and to protect the security of your computer and information systems. Exemption (b)(6) protects information that if released would permit a clearly unwarranted invasion of personal privacy. This does not prohibit an organization from including a single e-mail address on a Web page of in correspondence. |
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FOIA requesters who have any questions concerning the processing of their requests with the Lackland AFB FOIA RSC should contact this center at lafb.foia@lackland.af.mil or 210-671-7005. If you are not satisfied with the response from the center, you may contact the HQ AETC FOIA Public Liaison at aetc.foia@randolph.af.mil or 210-652-6576, or the AF FOIA Public Liaison at af.foia@pentagon.af.mil or 703-588-6102. |
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FOIA Frequently Asked Questions 