Archives Blogs

JUNE 14, 2018

Just last month the second term of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee wrapped up its two years of work by unanimously approving its Final Report and Recommendations. Strong records management is the backbone of an efficient, compliant FOIA program and smoother FOIA process.

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eDiscovery Daily

APRIL 4, 2024

By Rick Clark Managing Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) or similar public records requests in State or Local government agencies is a complex process that requires meticulous attention to detail and adherence to strict timelines. The first step in the FOIA request management process is the receipt of the request.

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ARMA International

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Proponents of FOI legislation argue that it increases government accountability, informs the public, provides access to the press, increases transparency of government decision-making, and reinforces governmental legitimacy. Recent research findings. Responsiveness can be influenced by the nature of the request.

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Archives Blogs

AUGUST 1, 2018

In addition to providing services that help Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requesters and Federal agencies in resolving disputes, one of the goals of the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) is to prevent FOIA disputes from arising in the first place. OGIS is the Federal FOIA Ombudsman.

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Schneier on Security

JANUARY 10, 2020

Special Services Group, a company that sells surveillance tools to the FBI, DEA, ICE, and other US government agencies, has had its secret sales brochure published. Motherboard received the brochure as part of a FOIA request to the Irvine Police Department in California.

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The Schedule

AUGUST 22, 2018

The second speaker was Nate Jones, Director of the FOIA Project for the National Security Archive. ” In his role with the FOIA Project, he’s had numerous occasions to request records from NARA, so he began with a brief overview of records scheduling at the federal level. embracing automatic declassification.

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eDiscovery Daily

MARCH 25, 2024

By Rick Clark The number of public records requests filed each year is on the rise, presenting a significant challenge for government agencies. One of the core obstacles faced by these agencies is the tight timing constraints imposed by laws governing these requests. Failure to meet these deadlines can result in severe consequences.

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eDiscovery Daily

MARCH 28, 2024

By Rick Clark In the two separate worlds of legal processes and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)/public records requests, eDiscovery technology and standard workflows have emerged as powerful ways to streamline operations and ensure compliance. Search and review processes are central to both FOIA requests and eDiscovery workflows.

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

APRIL 8, 2019

The Information Commissioner’s Office (“ ICO “) has recently published a report detailing its recommendations for reform of the Freedom of Information Act (“ FOIA “) and the Environmental Information Regulations (“ EIR “). Extend FOIA to outsourced service providers. Recommendations.

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Archives Blogs

OCTOBER 16, 2017

On October 19, 2017 the FOIA Advisory Committee will meet in the William G. The three subcommittees will each present their ideas to the full Committee and the public for how to improve the administration of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and improve FOIA processes. McGowan Theater. Photo by Brogan Jackson.

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Gimmal

DECEMBER 28, 2021

These laws and supporting regulations are enacted to provide transparency into government dealings and to improve accountability of the process. Aside from making concrete steps towards abolishing censorship, this early law guaranteed the public access to documents drawn up by the government. Step 1: Follow Step-by-Step.

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Information is Currency

FEBRUARY 14, 2017

In today’s information age Information Governance is essential to be prepared for eDiscovery. People are hungry for information and submit Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request at a startling pace. The first step in the eDiscovery process is identification. An organization can face sanctions if spoilation occurs.

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Hunton Privacy

JANUARY 26, 2012

Regarding FOIA, Christopher Graham warned of a widening gap between “the rhetoric of openness” and “the day-to-day reality of reluctance and foot-dragging.” Regarding FOIA, Christopher Graham warned of a widening gap between “the rhetoric of openness” and “the day-to-day reality of reluctance and foot-dragging.”

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ARMA International

APRIL 22, 2024

Underpinning RIM practices at an organizational level is imperative to meeting legal requirements for government agencies and businesses in highly regulated industries. And this process must be part of your Information Governance plan. Are you doing your annual file plan reviews?

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Gimmal

JANUARY 12, 2022

For these types of requests, which go by a variety of names like FOIA, Public Records Requests, and Sunshine Laws, being proactive is not only an essential step in an excellent open records process; it becomes critical when you are working with tight deadlines and limited resources. These steps fall under the information governance umbrella.

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Hunton Privacy

DECEMBER 17, 2015

The language required government-directed agencies to report to Congress on the status of cyber incident reporting and develop potential cyber mitigation strategies at critical infrastructure at greatest risk. Specifically, the omnibus spending bill included Division N, the Cybersecurity Act of 2015 (the “Act”). .

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Data Protection Report

AUGUST 24, 2018

As a result of the 2019 National Defense Authorization Act, the Secretary of Defense implemented new disclosure obligations on software licensors whose software code has been reviewed or accessed by a foreign government. This includes “any mitigation measures taken or anticipated.”

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eDiscovery Daily

JUNE 5, 2018

What percentage of Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests actually result in receiving all of the information requested? Apparently, according to a recent survey, one part of the problem could be the lack of capturing text messages within government organizations. And, the Federal government spent $40.6 75 percent?

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Hunton Privacy

JUNE 16, 2016

In particular, CISA provides protections from civil liability, regulatory action and disclosure under the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”) and other open government laws for “cyber threat indicators” (“CTI”) and “defensive measures” (“DM”) that are shared: (1) among businesses or (2) between businesses and the government through a DHS web portal.

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The Schedule

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

Beth, Kristen, and Laura presented a program in which they each brought their unique perspective to the management of social media as records within the Federal Government. The Secretary of Commerce’s official government account used her real name as her Twitter handle when it was set up. Troubleshoot #2.

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Archives Blogs

AUGUST 13, 2018

I am pleased to announce the members I have selected for the 2018-2020 term of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Advisory Committee. I was happy to renew the Committee’s charter for an additional two-year term (2018-2020) so that members may continue to address FOIA’s greatest challenges.

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IGI

OCTOBER 5, 2017

The following is an excerpt of a letter submitted to the National Archives and Records Administration by the IGI in response to a public hearing of the FOIA Advisory Committee to be held at the National Archives McGowan Theatre on October 19th, 2017.

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Archives Blogs

MARCH 8, 2018

It was launched more than a decade ago by the American Society of News Editors, and is embraced by journalists, librarians, concerned citizens, civil society organizations, elected officials, and government employees as an opportunity to discuss the importance of open government and its impact. in the William G.

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Interactive Information Management

APRIL 9, 2014

ITSM – "Bill’s our Oracle DB expert, he’d need to understand this – but is this a requirement from your office, a work thing, maybe a FOIA request or some new regulation? The ODCE drifts over, recognizes the ITSM from a recent agency newsletter. ODCE – "Can I sit here? ITSM (Thinking – is clacking a bad thing? Can I telecommute?)

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Archives Blogs

MARCH 13, 2019

Each year, Sunshine Week honors and promotes a dialogue about the importance of open government and access to information—values that are central to the mission of the National Archives and Records Administration. Both lawmakers have had a role in the evolution of FOIA and shared their views on its role in an open and accessible government.

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Brandeis Records Manager

FEBRUARY 21, 2015

The book, translated from Japanese to English, reads like rather quaint, Emily Postian, self-help prose, and it is no info governance (IG) monograph. This book passed under my radar until a kind colleague pointed out that, in one chapter, Kondo dispenses personal record retention and categorization guidance. Have you ever used them?”

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CILIP

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Access to information: mind the gaps. EARLIER this year the Information Commissioner?s s Office published its ?case case for reforming access to information law? in which the Information Commissioner, Elizabeth Denham, said the current law was ?no no longer fit for purpose? But while the law needs to change, the ICO continues its day job.

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eDiscovery Daily

MARCH 8, 2018

Co-founder of EDRM and named an “E-Discovery Trailblazer” by The American Lawyer, George has more than 30 years’ experience assisting a broad range of organizations with all facets of electronic discovery as well as information governance, domestically and globally. This is the most interviews we’ve ever done, by far!

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eDiscovery Daily

JANUARY 30, 2018

Discussion points will include how to adequately understand the technology from a governance and controls point of view to be able to withstand regulatory scrutiny. Will we see lawyers subpoena the connected car for its sensor data? How will a warrant be served on home appliances? Tired of looking at Enron data? Where’s our Flying Car?

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IG Guru

APRIL 25, 2019

PROVIDENCE, R.I. WPRI) — Thousands of Rhode Island’s most historic documents sit in a rented building, and one of its features fills R.I. Secretary of State Nellie Gorbea with anxiety.

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National Archives Records Express

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Even when an approved records disposition schedule is in place, agencies may not dispose of records that are needed for litigation or in response to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests. The FOIA and agency policy govern the right to access information in these executive branch agency records.

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Hunton Privacy

OCTOBER 14, 2011

The UK’s FOIA was introduced and applicable to most of the UK in 2000, with equivalent law following for Scotland in 2002. Under the law, a government authority is not required to provide information requested under FOIA if it is “personal data” and its disclosure would breach UK data privacy principles.

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Data Protection Report

MARCH 16, 2022

The relevant portions of the law, titled the Cyber Incident Reporting for Critical Infrastructure Act of 2022 (“Act”) proposes reporting requirements for incidents, establishes new programs to curtail ransomware attacks and encourages information sharing between government agencies. New Government Programs. Reporting Requirements.

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DLA Piper Privacy Matters

MAY 12, 2021

Reports and records made under the law are exempt from state public record and FOIA laws, which proponents of the law and proposed House Bill 134 – which would permit closed government meetings when discussing cybersecurity plans and procedures – support as necessary to protect security and the interests of Georgians.

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OpenText Information Management

MARCH 7, 2025

Artificial intelligence promises to bring a new era of productivity and efficiency to government services and activities. The new administration has begun discussing an AI-first strategy to streamline government services and decision-making. This can help streamline thousands of individual government processes.

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Adam Shostack

JANUARY 2, 2025

The CSRB has released its report into an intrusion at Microsoft, and.its a doozy. The Cyber Safety Review Board has released its report into an intrusion at Microsoft, and. its a doozy. It opens: The Board concludes that this intrusion should never have happened. Storm-0558 was able to succeed because of a cascade of security failures at Microsoft.

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Krebs on Security

FEBRUARY 23, 2025

One month into his second term, President Trump’s actions to shrink the government through mass layoffs, firings and withholding funds allocated by Congress have thrown federal cybersecurity and consumer protection programs into disarray. federal government information systems than China.”

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