Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The FOIA, 5 U.S.C. 552, provides individuals with a right to access records in the possession of the federal government. The government may withhold information pursuant to the nine exemptions and three exclusions contained in the Act.

For information about the types of information you can request through FOIA, or to submit a FOIA request with NIH, please visit the NIH FOIA page.