Some installations do receive FOIA requests electronically through EMail. Electronic communication systems are harder to secure from unauthorized access, and it may not be wise for FOIA requesters to send some requests such as those for personal information to an EMail mailbox. We recommend that requests for information that are personal in nature be sent in writing to the respective Bureau FOIA Coordinator. Privacy Act requests are not accepted electronically.
Regulations require a signature for such requests.
Please mail your request to the Privacy Act Coordinator at the address listed. Procedures are based on the FOIA and Departmental Regulations at 43 CFR Part 2. Requesters are advised that the time for processing requests may be delayed if certain information below is not provided with the original FOIA request. Your request must be in writing, indicate that you are making a request under the Freedom of Information Act, and be address the request to the Bureau FOIA Coordinator at the installation responsible for the information. Only affirmative requests will be sent via EMail if you choose to receive your response from the Bureau in that manner, and a signed paper response will be mailed to you.