State Department/UN Ambassador public speech policies
| Tracking # |
F-2017-12062 |
| Submitted | May 15, 2017 |
| Due | June 13, 2017 |
| Est. Completion | April 1, 2021 |
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From: Ryan Koronowski
Dear Sir or Madam:
This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. I hereby request the following records:
All emails received by the office of U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nimrata “Nikki” Haley between April 1, 2017, and the date your office processes this request, that contain the phrases “building blocks” or “re-cleared with Washington.” Please include all attachments.
As a representative of the news media I am only required to pay for the direct cost of duplication after the first 100 pages. Through this request, I am gathering information on the decisions to limit the ability of the United States Ambassador to the UN to speak in public. That is of current interest to the public because of press reports that the ambassador was prevented from doing so (https://www.nytimes.com/2017/04/27/world/americas/state-department-united-nations-ambassador.html?_r=0). I provided the phrase "building blocks" as an example of the language used in emails reportedly sent from State Department staff on this matter.
This information is being sought on behalf of ThinkProgress.org (an online news service) for dissemination to the general public and this request is not being made for commercial purposes. I am a reporter with ThinkProgress, an online news site with a national audience seeking these documents entirely for news-gathering purposes.
I would like to receive the information in the following format: electronic.
Please waive any applicable fees. Release of the information is in the public interest because of the recent press reports that such guidance was issued to the UN Ambassador. In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request.
If my request is denied in whole or part, I ask that you justify all deletions by reference to specific exemptions of the act. I will also expect you to release all segregable portions of otherwise exempt material. I, of course, reserve the right to appeal your decision to withhold any information or to deny a waiver of fees.
As I am making this request as a journalist and this information is of timely value, I would appreciate your communicating with me by email or telephone, rather than by mail, if you have questions regarding this request.
Please provide expedited processing of this request which concerns a matter of urgency. As a journalist, I am primarily engaged in disseminating information. The public has an urgent need for information because of press reports that the UN Ambassador was prevented from speaking normally in public.
I certify that my statements concerning the need for expedited processing are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
I look forward to your reply within 20 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Ryan Koronowski
202-478-6333
rkoronowski@thinkprogress.org
From: Department of State
An acknowledgement letter, stating the request is being processed.
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To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Dear Ryan Koronowski,
This is in reference to your fax dated June 16, 2017, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. A copy of your fax has been forwarded to the office that is processing your request. Our office has requested an update on the status and estimated completion date. Information will be provided to you as soon as our office receives a response.
We appreciate your continued patience during this process.
Sincerely,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of Freedom of Information Act request number F-2017-12062.
The Department of State's electronic records system indicates that this request is in process and still has an estimated completion date of December 2017. Please be advised that ECD's 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 may or may not include coordination with other Agencies during the process (referrals, concurrences, etc.).
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,
L. Temple
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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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 May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of Freedom of Information Act request number F-2017-12062.
The Office of Information Programs and Services 'electronic records indicates that searches of the Department's Central Foreign Policy Records and the records of the U.S. Mission to the United Nations have been initiated in response to your request. These searches are pending.
The estimated date of completion for this request is December 2017.
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,
L. Temple
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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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 May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: FOIA Status
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in reference to your email dated September 22, 2017 regarding FOIA case control number F-2017-12062. The Office of Information Programs and Services 'electronic records indicates that searches of the Department's Central Foreign Policy Records and searches for records of the U.S. Mission to the United Nations have been initiated in response to your request. These searches are still pending. At this time, the estimated date of completion (EDC) for this request is still December 2017.
Please note that EDCs are subject to change and are "strictly" estimates. They are 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.
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<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in reference to your email dated November 22, 2017 regarding FOIA case control number F-2017-12062. The Office of Information Programs and Services 'electronic records indicates that searches of the Department's Central Foreign Policy Records and searches for records of the U.S. Mission to the United Nations have been initiated in response to your request. These searches are still pending. At this time, the estimated date of completion (EDC) for this request is still December 2017.
Please note that EDCs are subject to change and are "strictly" estimates. They are 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.
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,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062.
The Office of Information Programs and Services' (IPS) electronic records system indicates that your case continues to be processed. We will provide an updated estimated date of completion when 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 11,000 cases. As a result, there is presently a delay in the completion of FOIA and Privacy Act requests.
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,
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 Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Ryan Koronowski:
This is in reference to your e-mail dated February 5, 2018, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. Your case continues to be processed. At this time, there has not been an estimated date of completion assigned to your case. The current total of FOIA cases to be processed is 10,600.
Your continued patience during this process is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Ryan Koronowski:
This is in reference to your e-mail dated March 9, 2018, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. Your case continues to be processed. At this time, there has not been an estimated date of completion assigned to your case. The current total of FOIA cases to be processed is 10,600.
Your continued patience during this process is appreciated.
Sincerely,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Ryan Koronowski,
This is in reference to your e-mail dated April 9, 2018, inquiring about the status of your Freedom of Information Act request. Our records Indicate that your request continues to be processed. Information will be provided to you as soon as it becomes available.
We appreciate your continued patience during this process.
Sincerely,
Charlotte W. Duckett
U.S. Department of State
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
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,
FOIA Status
U.S. Department of State
(202)261-8484
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~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
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 wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Koronowski,
This is in reference to your email below regarding the status of your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062.
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.
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>
-
~WRD102
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Koronowski,
This is in reference to your email below regarding the status of your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062.
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
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
(202) 261-8484
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. 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-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062. 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 wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062. 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,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
-
~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062.
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 wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062. The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates that your request remains in process. You will be notified of the estimated date of completion 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,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
-
~WRD383
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062.
Your request is in process. We will soon follow-up with your regarding 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>.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062.
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>.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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~WRD167
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062.
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>.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
-
~WRD000
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number F-2017-12062
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 wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on May 15, 2017. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2017-12062.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Koronowski,
This is in reference to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2017-12062. Your request is still in process. Please be advised that your request for an estimated date of completion (EDC) has been noted. We assure you that we will notify you as soon as an EDC has been determined in your case.
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
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From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Koronowski,
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-2017-12062.
It has been determined that the EDC for this request is April 1, 2021. EDCs 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
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