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Freedom of Information Act

This page will help you request records from the Department of Labor.

Under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) anyone can request access to federal agency records. Like all federal agencies, we must disclose records requested in writing, but we may withhold records in full or in part under one of FOIA's exemptions and exclusions.

How do I submit a FOIA request?

  1. Search available records

  2. Learn how to make a request

  3. Submit a request

  4. Check status

Search available records

First, use DOL search to determine if the records you're looking for are already publicly available on our website.

Please use the drop-down menu below to see what records our agency components have published.

Learn how to make a request

Next, read our Guide to Submitting Requests under the Freedom of Information Act.

Submit a request

Fastest option: Create an account in our Public Access Link.

You may submit your request to foiarequests@dol.gov or by mail, fax or courier. However, doing so may delay our response.

Find contact information for our agency components here.

Or submit your request to the Office of the Solicitor using the contact information below.

Email: foiarequests@dol.gov
Fax: 202-693-5389, Attn: FOIA Staff
Mail:
Office of the Solicitor
Division of Management and Administrative Legal Services
200 Constitution Ave NW
Room N-2420
Washington, DC 20210.