Government's FOIA Chat: Join the Virtual Transparency Party!
Published Date: 12/1/2025
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Summary
The Chief FOIA Officers Council is holding a virtual meeting on December 15, 2025, to discuss how government agencies handle public information requests. Anyone interested can join online by registering in advance, and the meeting will be live-streamed for easy access. This is a great chance for the public and media to learn about FOIA updates and share their thoughts—no cost involved!
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