NYCLU Spy Files Campaign: About the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Freedom of Information Law (FOIL)
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Enacted in 1966, the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a federal law that establishes the public's right to obtain information from federal government agencies.
The Freedom of Information Law (FOIL) is a New York state law that establishes similar rights regarding New York state agencies.
Any person or organization can file a FOIA or FOIL request.
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