Freedom of Information Act Requests for Classified Documents Processing Fees

FR: National Security Council

Published May 8th, 1998

Detected March 14th, 2026

Summary

The National Security Council has issued a final rule concerning the processing of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests for classified documents. This rule outlines applicable fees, reporting requirements, and declassification criteria.

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The National Security Council has published a final rule (63 FR 25736) detailing the procedures and fees associated with processing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests that involve classified national security information. The rule, codified at 32 CFR 2101, addresses applicable material, declassification criteria, and reporting requirements for agencies handling such requests.

This rule establishes specific guidelines for government agencies, impacting how they manage and charge for the processing of FOIA requests pertaining to classified documents. Compliance officers should review the established fee structures and declassification criteria to ensure adherence to the National Security Council's directives. While no specific compliance deadline is mentioned beyond the publication date, agencies are expected to implement these procedures promptly.

What to do next

Review 32 CFR 2101 for specific fee structures and declassification criteria.
Update internal FOIA processing procedures for classified documents as necessary.

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Freedom of Information Act Requests for Classified Documents Processing, Fees, Reports, Applicable Material, Declassification Criteria, Partial Release

A Rule by the National Security Council on 05/08/1998

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