FOIA requests regarding Robert Levinson (Department of State)
Tracking # |
F-2013-21282 |
Submitted | Dec. 20, 2013 |
Est. Completion | Sept. 12, 2020 |
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From: Zack Sampson
To Whom It May Concern:
This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. I hereby request the following records:
Copies of all FOIA requests regarding Robert Levinson, a former FBI agent believed to be lost in Iran or southwest Asia, and processing notes for those FOIA requests filed between March 1, 2007 and the date this request is processed.
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,
Zack Sampson
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 Dec. 20, 2013. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response, or if further clarification is needed.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Request
Your query has been forwarded to the FOIA Requester Status mailbox for reply.
From: Martin, M Lynne
Mr. Sampson:
I am a FOIA reviewer. Could you please clarify what you mean by "processing notes" ( for FOIA requests concerning Robert Levinson).
Lynne Martin.
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M. Lynne Martin
Foreign Affairs Officer (Reviewer)
Office of Information Programs and Services A/GIS/IPS/CR/MPD
SA-2, Room 7105H
Department of State
Washington, DC 20522-8100
Tel 202-663-2066; Fax 202-262-8589
This email is UNCLASSIFIED based on the definitions provided in E.O. 13526
This email is UNCLASSIFIED.
From: Zack Sampson
Hello,
For processing notes, please include any emails, memos, personal notes, receipts, etc. generated in the process of responding to FOIA's about Robert Levinson.
Thanks,
Zack
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thank you for your help.
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
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.
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) 261-8582 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
Jennine A. Daniels
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson,
Thank you for inquiring on your case number F-2013-21282. Our Statutory Compliance and Research Division initiated searches that are under review and I informed the CR/Branch Chief and the Case Officer for an estimated completion date (ECD). Once the information comes available I will email you with the up-dated status.
I hope this information was helpful and thank you for your patience. Please do not hesitate to either call us at: (202) 261-8484 or send an email at: foiastatus@state.gov or fax at: 202-261-8579.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson,
This is a follow-up to your case number F-2013-21282. Our Statutory Compliance and Research Division provided an estimated completion date of September 30, 2014.
Again, thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson,
This is a follow-up to your case number F-2013-21282. Our Statutory Compliance and Research Division provided an estimated completion date (ECD) of September 30, 2014.
Again, thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson,
This is a follow-up to your case number F-2013-21282. Our Statutory Compliance and Research Division provided an estimated completion date of September 30, 2014.
Again, thank you for your patience.
Sincerely,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
Your new ECD is set for December 2014.
Best,
Jennine A. Daniels
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thank you for your help.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
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. Sampson, The new estimated completion date is August 2015.
Chris Barnes
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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 Dec. 20, 2013. 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
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
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. Sampson,
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: December 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'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
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
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 13526, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
I have contacted the Case Analyst and requested an estimated completion date for your case.
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.
Angela Burks
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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
I have contacted the Branch Chief and have requested a new estimated completion date for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
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
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto: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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
We have contacted the Branch Chief again and have requested a new estimated completion date for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
We 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@@http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto:foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov%3chttp://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto:foiastatus@state.gov@@>.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov@@http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto:foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov%3chttp://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto: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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
This if in reference to your email of July 8, 2016 regarding your FOIA case number F-2013-21282.
We have contacted the Division Chief in the Compliance and Research Branch working on the case and have requested a new estimated completion date for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
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: MuckRock.com
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
This if in reference to your email of August 8, 2016 regarding your FOIA case number F-2013-21282.
We have contacted the Division Chief in the Compliance and Research Branch working on the case and have requested a new estimated completion date for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
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@@http://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto:foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov%3chttp://redirect.state.sbu/?url=mailto:foiastatus@state.gov@@>.
Sincerely,
Suzanne Gardner
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
From: FOIA Status
Dear Mr. Sampson
Apologize for the misspelling in the previous message. (This is in reference to).
Suzanne Gardner
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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson:
I have again contacted the Division Chief and case Analyst in the Compliance and Research Branch working on your case control number F-2013-21282 and have requested a new estimated completion date for your case. As soon as we receive a reply, we will communicate with you.
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
Regards,
Katrina Wood
FOIA Requester Service Center
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated October 7, 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. Information will be provided to you as soon as it becomes available.
We appreciate your continued patience.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
I have contacted the Case Analyst and requested a status update and 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) 261-8579 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov
Dominique Cotten
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
I have contacted the Case Analyst and requested an 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) 261-8579 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Sincerely,
Jasmin Berhane
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
This is in reference to your email below. The Department's electronic case notes indicate the case is still open. The case is still pending.
The estimated completion date for this case is: February 29, 202017. Please note that 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,
Jasmin Berhane
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
Official - Transitory
UNCLASSIFIED
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated February 2, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. A copy of your e-mail has been forwarded to the office that is processing your request. Our office has requested an update on the status. The estimated completion date for your request is February 2017. 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, 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
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Zack Sampson-At this time the estimated completion date is still June 30, 2017.
Regards,
Katrina
FOIA Requester Service Center
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Zack Sampson-At this time the ECD is still 6/30/2017.
Regards,
Charlotte
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Zack Sampson-At this time the ECD is still 6/30/2017.
Regards,
Katrina
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated June 7, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. A copy of your e-mail has been forwarded to the office that is processing your request. Our office has requested an update on the status. Information will be provided to you as soon as our office receives a response. The estimated completion date is June 30, 2017.
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
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Sampson,
We 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.
We 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<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov
In accordance with Executive Order 13526, this message is UNCLASSIFIED
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is a follow-up to your email on August 09, 2017 concerning case control F-2013-21282.
Your FOIA request is pending processing in the Statutory Compliance and Research Branch. Please note that the Department processes FOIA and Privacy Act requests on a first-in, first-out basis, and currently has a backlog of approximately 15,000 cases.
We will get back to you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion for this request.
If you have any questions, 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>.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
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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 Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated September 25, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request.
The Department takes its FOIA responsibilities seriously. We currently have a FOIA backlog of approximately 13,200 cases. As a result, there could be a delay in processing your request. Depending on the scope of your request and the potential volume of what may be responsive, and other factors, it could take until September 2019 to complete its processing.
For your information, the Department of State has collection of records on its website and makes monthly postings of records previously released in response to FOIA requests. You may search the Department's website at www.foia.state.gov<http://www.foia.state.gov> for records that may be responsive to your request.
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,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated October 26, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request.
The Department takes its FOIA responsibilities seriously. We currently have a FOIA backlog of approximately 12,800 cases. As a result, there could be a delay in processing your request. Depending on the scope of your request and the potential volume of what may be responsive, and other factors, it could take until September 2019 to complete its processing.
For your information, the Department of State has collection of records on its website and makes monthly postings of records previously released in response to FOIA requests. You may search the Department's website at www.foia.state.gov<http://www.foia.state.gov> for records that may be responsive to your request.
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>.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
FOIA Requester Service Center
U.S. Department of State
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is a follow-up to your email on November 27, 2017 concerning case control F-2013-21282.
Your FOIA request is pending processing in the Statutory Compliance and Research Branch. Please note that the Department processes FOIA and Privacy Act requests on a first-in, first-out basis, and currently has a backlog of approximately 11,700 cases. As a result, there could be delays in processing your request.
We will get back to you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion.
If you have any questions, 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>,
Regards,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Zack Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated December 29, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. Your request continues to be processed. Information will be provided to you as soon as it becomes available.
Your continued patience is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic Records System indicates your request remains in process.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,700 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
There is no more information to provide at this time.
Regards,
FOIA Status
U.S. Department of State
(202)261-8484
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic Records System indicates your request remains in process.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,600 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
There is no more information to provide at this time.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
FOIA Status
U.S. Department of State
(202)261-8484
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in reference to your email below regarding the status of your FOIA request case control number F-2013-21282. The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates your request remains in process. You will be notified of the Department's search and review effort in response to this request as soon as it becomes available.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,600 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
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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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2013-21282. Please note that this request remains in process. There is no further information to provide at this time.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,500 cases. As the Department continues to work through its backlog, it is mindful of its accountability to the public. We will advise you of the Department's search and review efforts in response to this request as soon as that information becomes available.
If you have any questions, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at (202) 261-8484<tel:(202)%20261-8484>, or fax us at (202) 261-8579<tel:(202)%20261-8579> or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2013-21282. The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates that your request remains in process. You will be notified of the Department's search and review effort in response to this request as soon as it becomes available.
The Department processes FOIA and Privacy Act requests on a first-in, first-out basis, and currently has a backlog of approximately 10,500 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
If you have any questions, 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<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic Records System indicates your request remains in process.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,500 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
There is no more information to provide at this time.
Regards,
FOIA Status
U.S. Department of State
(202)261-8484
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~WRD000
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic Records System indicates your request remains in process.
The Department currently has a backlog of approximately 10,500 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
There is no more information to provide at this time.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
FOIA Status
U.S. Department of State
(202)261-8484
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated August 6, 2018 regarding the status of FOIA case control number F-2013-21282.
The Department of State's electronic records system indicates that your request continues to be processed. Information will be provided to you as soon as it becomes available.
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,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
Office of Information Programs and Services
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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~WRD326
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail below regarding the status of your Freedom of Information Act case control number F-2013-21282.
The Office of Information Programs and Services (IPS) electronic records system indicates that your request continues to be processed. You will be notified of the Department's search and review effort in response to this request as soon as it becomes available.
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>
-
~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2013-21282. The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates that your request remains in process. You will be notified of the Department's search and review efforts in response to this request as soon as that information becomes available.
We appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in reference to your e-mail below regarding the status of your Freedom of Information Act case control number F-2013-21282. The Office of Information Programs and Services (IPS) electronic records system indicates that your request continues to be processed. You will be notified of the Department's search and review effort in response to this request as soon as it becomes available.
We appreciate your continued 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) 261-8579 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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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
The FOIA Requester Service Center has to conduct some research on your case and have to consult with other colleagues within this office. We will follow-up with you as soon as possible to provide a status update for your FOIA case control number F-2013-21282.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below concerning your Freedom of Information (FOIA) case control number F-2013-21282.
Your request is in process. We will soon follow-up with you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
Please note that the Department currently has a backlog of approximately 11,000 cases. As the Department continues to work through its backlog, it is mindful of its accountability to the public. We truly appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number (F-2013-21282).
Your request is in process. We will soon follow-up with you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
Please note that the Department currently has a backlog of approximately 11,000 cases. As the Department continues to work through its backlog, it is mindful of its accountability to the public.
We truly appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov%3cmailto:foiastatus@state.gov>>.
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
Official - Transitory
UNCLASSIFIED
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2013-21282
Your request is still in process. We will follow-up with our colleagues about your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
We truly appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2013-21282
Your request is still in process. We will follow-up with our colleagues about your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
We truly appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Dec. 20, 2013. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 31, 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-2013-21282.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Sampson,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2013-21282
Your FOIA case is still in process and your request for an estimated date of completion (EDC) has been noted. We will notify you as soon as an EDC has been determined for your case.
We truly appreciate your continued 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 send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service
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From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Zack Sampson,
You previously contacted the Department of State's FOIA Requester Service Center and requested an estimated date of completion (EDC) for your request, Case Control Number F-2013-21282.
It has been determined that the EDC for this request is September 12, 2020. ECDs are estimates and are subject to change. Please be advised that the Department takes its FOIA responsibilities seriously and is processing your request as quickly as possible. If your request can be completed prior to the EDC, a response will be sent to you sooner.
If you have any concerns or questions regarding a FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
You may also contact the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) at the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) to inquire about the FOIA mediation services they offer. The contact information for OGIS is as follows: Office of Government Information Services, National Archives and Records Administration, 8601 Adelphi Road-OGIS, College Park, Maryland 20740-6001, email address: ogis@nara.gov<mailto:ogis@nara.gov>; telephone: (202) 741-5770; toll free number: 1-877-684-6448; facsimile: (202) 741-5769.
We appreciate your continued patience.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
SENSITIVE BUT UNCLASSIFIED
From: U.S. Department of State
January 19, 2024 Case: F-2013-21282 Email: requests@muckrock.com Mr. Zack Sampson Dear Mr. Sampson, This is in response to your December 20, 2013,request, submitted under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. § 552to the Department of State (the Department) in which you requested: Copies of any and all FOIA requestssubmitted regarding Robert Levinson between March 1, 2007, to present. The Department is undertaking a comprehensiveeffort to reduce its backlog of FOIA requests. As part of that effort, we are writing to inquire whether circumstanceshave changed, and you no longer wish to pursue your request because we have notreceived any communication from you in the last several years. If you still wish to pursue this request,please contact us by phone at (202) 261-8484, by e-mail at FOIAAdvisement@state.gov,or by writing to the Office of Information Programs and Services, A/GIS/IPS/CR,U.S. Department of State, 2201 C Street N.W., Suite B266 Washington, D.C.20520-00008. In your reply, please includethe above case number and any updates needed to your email address, telephonenumber, or mailing address. If we do not receive a response from youwithin thirty (30) business days of the date of this letter, the Departmentwill conclude you are no longer pursuing this request and administrativelyclose your case and no further action will be taken. Sincerely, Office of Information Programs and Services
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