Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

The video explains a federal law under the United States Code subsection 552, which allows individuals to access public records held by governmental entities. It mandates the disclosure of previously unreleased information controlled by the US government or other public authorities upon request. This law, known as the Freedom of Information Act, is a type of sunshine law that ensures transparency and keeps the public informed about government actions.

Under which United States Code is the federal law that allows access to public records established?

• 10 United States Code, subsection 101

• 5 United States Code, subsection 552

• 20 United States Code, subsection 303

• 15 United States Code, subsection 202

What does the federal law require regarding previously unreleased information?

• Full or partial disclosure upon request

• Complete secrecy of all documents

• Disclosure only to government officials

• No disclosure under any circumstances

Who can request the disclosure of information under this law?

• Only state officials

• Only US citizens

• Any individual

• Only government employees

What is the term used to describe laws like the one discussed, which promote transparency?

• Cloudy Laws

• Opaque Laws

• Sunshine Laws

• Shadow Laws

What is the name of the act that allows individuals to request information to stay informed about government actions?

• Freedom of Information Act

• Public Records Act

• Government Transparency Act

• Information Access Act