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This law, commonly known as FOIA, gives U.S. citizens the right to access most government documents, regardless of reason. Today, FOIA is a model to many nations worldwide.

About FOIA

Freedom of Information Is Bedrock of Free and Open Societies

U.S. Freedom of Information Act Seen as Good Model for Others

The Evolution of Freedom of Information

In Depth

Filing FOIA Requests: A Reporter’s Story

Handling FOIA Requests: A Government Official’s Story

Freedom of Information Overseas

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Timeline of Transparency

A history of public access reform, produced by the Sunlight Foundation.