Civil & Administrative

Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee: Charter Renewal and Solicitation of Nominations

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The FOIA Advisory Committee's charter has been renewed to continue improving Freedom of Information Act processes. NARA seeks nominations for up to 20 committee members from diverse backgrounds including government and non-government entities. This committee focuses on enhancing compliance and addressing issues in FOIA administration.

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Key Changes

  • Charter of FOIA Advisory Committee renewed
  • Seeking nominations for new committee members
  • Focus on improving FOIA compliance

Obligations

What this law requires

high

Nominations for Committee members must be received by NARA by June 1, 2026.

individuals submitting nominations
June 1, 2026
reporting
high

Nominations for FOIA Advisory Committee membership must be submitted via email to OGIS at foia-advisory-committee@nara.gov by the specified deadline.

individuals nominating themselves or others
June 1, 2026
disclosure
medium

Nominations must include specific details such as the nominee's name, title, contact information, a short biography, and the nominee's resume or curriculum vitae.

individuals nominating themselves or others
disclosure
medium

All nominated individuals must submit a biography highlighting their contributions to the Committee in fewer than 250 words.

individuals submitting nominations
reporting
high

Committee members must attend a minimum of 12 public meetings during their two-year term.

Committee members
operational

Affected Parties

Government FOIA professionalsNon-governmental FOIA advocates

Tags

FOIA,committee,compliance