Understanding the Freedom of Information Act, 1991-01-01 - 1992-12-31

Item — Box: CR 35, Folder: 13

Identifier: CAC_CC_002_6_36_13_0021

Staff Only

The text is a response from man Dick Armey to a constituent who contacted his office about the Freedom of Information Act. Armey explains the purpose of the act, which allows citizens to access government files on themselves and to obtain public documents about government actions. He clarifies that the act applies to government information, not private individuals, and offers to help the constituent in the future.

Dates

1991-01-01 - 1992-12-31

Creator

Armey, Richard K., 1940- (Person)

Language of Materials

English

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