Communications regarding Americans arrested in Israel
| Tracking # |
F-2014-01543 |
| Submitted | Jan. 28, 2014 |
| Est. Completion | Oct. 19, 2016 |
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Communications
From: Todd Feathers
To Whom It May Concern:
This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. I hereby request the following records:
-All communications with Israeli officials regarding American citizens held in Israeli custody between January 1, 2012 and the date this request is processed. At the very least, the responsive records for this request should contain any communications between the Department of State and Israeli officials regarding an Iowan citizen held under house arrest in Tel Aviv in 2012 – this situation was brought to the Department of State's awareness by Senator Chuck Grassley's office on November 12, 2012 in a letter to Assistant Secretary David S. Adams. A copy of this letter was recently released to MuckRock pursuant to FOIA request F-2013-02116. That letter can be viewed online here: https://www.muckrock.com/foi/united-states-of-america-10/international-solidarity-movement-state-department-documents-2617/#818583-responsive-documents
I also request that, if appropriate, fees be waived as I believe this request is in the public interest. The requested documents will be made available to the general public free of charge as part of the public information service at MuckRock.com, processed by a representative of the news media/press and is made in the process of news gathering and not for commercial usage.
In the event that fees cannot be waived, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Todd Feathers
From: Department of State
An acknowledgement letter, stating the request is being processed.
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Request
Your query has been forwarded to the FOIA Requester Status mailbox for reply
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Todd Feathers,
Thank you for inquiring on your case number F-2014-01543. I apologize for our delayed response. I checked the electronic case notes and the case is still open. Your request has been assigned to an analyst for processing each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records. I'll look into that and I will e-mail you with the information as soon as it comes available.
I hope this information is helpful and thank you for your patience. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
This email is UNCLASSIFIED.
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Todd Feathers,
The Department’s electronic case notes indicate the case is still open. The searches are still pending. Each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records.
The estimated completion date for this case is: December 31, 2014.
- ECDs are subject to change.
- ECDs are “strictly” estimates and not intended to be used as “actual” dates of completions, due to various extenuating factors, which may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.).
Interim release dates are provided, as applicable
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
This email is UNCLASSIFIED.
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
I have contacted the Case Analyst and requested a new estimated completion date for your case. The Analyst will contact the bureaus doing the searches and the individuals reviewing the material. This will take some time because each case is different. The search and review time varies. The time depends on the complexity of information requested and the time it takes to review the material.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
The Department's electronic case notes indicate the case is still open. The searches are still pending. Each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records.
The new estimated completion date (ECD) for this case is: April 2015
- ECDs are subject to change.
- ECDs are "strictly" estimates and not intended to be used as "actual" dates of completions, due to various extenuating factors, which may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.).
Interim release dates are provided, as applicable
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
The new estimated completion date (ECD) for this case is: April 2015
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
I have contacted the Case Analyst and requested a new estimated completion date for your case. The Analyst will contact the bureaus doing the searches and the individuals reviewing the material. This will take some time because each case is different. The search and review time varies. The time depends on the complexity of information requested and the time it takes to review the material.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
Given the high volume of FOIA requests, in addition to a backlog which the Department is working diligently to reduce, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA requests.
The Department’s electronic case notes indicate the case is still open. The searches are still pending. Each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records.
The new estimated completion date (ECD) for this case is: September 2015
- ECDs are subject to change.
- ECDs are “strictly” estimates and not intended to be used as “actual” dates of completions, due to various extenuating factors, which may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.).
Interim release dates are provided, as applicable
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 12958, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated June 15, 2015, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. Please be advised that a copy of your e-mail has been forwarded to the office that is processing your request. The estimated completion date for your request is September 2015.
If you have any questions regarding the status of your request, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center on 202-261-8484 and refer to your case control number.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Todd Feathers–At this the estimated completion date(ECD) is still September 2015.
Regards,
Katrina
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers–At this time your estimated completion date is still September 30, 2015.
Regards,
Katrina
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated March 2, 2016, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. A copy of your e-mail has been forwarded to the team that is processing your request. Our office has requested a status update and a new estimated completion date for your request. Information will be provided to you as soon as our office receives a response.
We appreciate your continued patience during this process.
If you have any questions regarding the status of your request, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) on 202-261-8484 and refer to your case control number.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Feathers,
We have contacted the Branch Chief again and have requested a status update and a new ECD for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
Thank you for your patience.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or have any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8579 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
We have received a reply from the case analyst working on this case. We have been informed that processing of this case is still underway. Each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records.
The estimated completion date (ECD) for this case is July 31, 2016.
ECDs are subject to change and are "strictly" estimates and not intended to be used as "actual" dates of completion, due to various extenuating factors, which are beyond the control of the Branch, which may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.). Interim release dates are provided, as applicable.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8579 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is in reference to our email dated April 29, 2016. We have received a reply from the case analyst working on this case. We have been informed that processing of this case is still underway. Each case is different and the processing time depends on the complexity of information requested, the location of the information, and the time it takes to review the records.
The estimated completion date (ECD) for this case is July 31, 2016.
ECDs are subject to change and are "strictly" estimates and not intended to be used as "actual" dates of completion, due to various extenuating factors, which are beyond the control of the Branch, which may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.). Interim release dates are provided, as applicable.
I hope this information is helpful. If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484, or fax us at (202) 261-8579 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated June 30, 2016, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. A copy of your request has been forwarded to the office that is processing your request. Our office has requested status on your request. Information will be provided to you as soon as our office receives a response. The estimated completion date is July 2016.
We appreciate your continued patience during this process.
If you have any questions, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) on 202-261-8484 and refer to your case control number.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Jan. 28, 2014. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Sept. 30, 2015. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #F-2014-01543.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated August 31, 2016, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. The office that is processing your request is aware of your continued interest. Our office has provided a copy of this e-mail to that office. Information will be provided to you as soon as our office receives a response.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
From: FOIA Status
Dear Todd Feathers,
This is a follow-up to the Department's recent e-mail response to you dated September 2, 2016. Our office was recently informed that they have contacted the Bureau that will be providing the information. The new estimated completion date for your request is October 19, 2016.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
This email is UNCLASSIFIED.
From:
Good afternoon:
This message is in regard to your Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) request filed on January 28, 2014, seeking communications regarding Americans arrested in Israel from January 1, 2012 through January 28, 2014. The A/GIS/IPS administrative tracking number for this request is F-2014-01543.
Because the lapse of time may have changed your need for the information you originally requested, I am writing to ask whether you are still interested in the continued processing of your request. If you are still interested, you may indicate so by contacting us at CA-OCS-FOIA@state.gov<mailto:CA-OCS-FOIA@state.gov>, and we will complete the processing of your request as soon as possible. If you determine that you are still interested, but would like to narrow the focus of the request so as to complete it sooner, please let me know how you would like to proceed as well.
If you are no longer interested in pursuing your request, no further action is needed. If we have not received your response within forty-five (45) calendar days from the receipt date of this correspondence, we will assume you are no longer interested in receiving the requested information and your case will be closed. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Sincerely,
Office of Legal Affairs
Office of Overseas Citizens Services
Official
UNCLASSIFIED
From:
Good afternoon:
This message is in regard to your Freedom of Information Act/Privacy Act (FOIA/PA) request filed on January 28, 2014, seeking communications regarding Americans arrested in Israel from January 1, 2012 through January 28, 2014. The A/GIS/IPS administrative tracking number for this request is F-2014-01543.
The lapse of time may have changed your need for the information you originally requested, if so please contact our office to discuss the element of your case. You may indicate so by contacting us at CA-OCS-FOIA@state.gov<mailto:CA-OCS-FOIA@state.gov>, and we will complete the processing of your request as soon as possible.
If you are no longer pursuing your request, no further action is needed. If we have not received your response within forty-five (45) calendar days from the date of this correspondence, we will assume you are no longer seeking to receive the requested information and your case will be closed. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Sincerely,
Office of Legal Affairs
Office of Overseas Citizens Services
Official
UNCLASSIFIED
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