The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) provides any member of the public the right to request federal agency records or information. The Department of Labor’s (DOL) Employment and Training Administration (ETA) is required to disclose the requested records; however, information may be withheld pursuant to the nine exemptions and three exclusions contained in the statute. FOIA applies solely to federal agencies and does not create a right of access to records held by Congress, the courts, or state/local governments.

In an effort to assist the public, below are "quick links" to specific FOIA-related information:

Submitting a FOIA Request

ETA accepts FOIA requests by mail, fax, email or online. For additional resources on submitting a FOIA request, please visit the Department of Labor FOIA website.

Mail: FOIA Disclosure Officer
U.S. Department of Labor
Employment and Training Administration
Room N-4653
200 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20210-0002

Fax:
Employment and Training Administration
Attn: FOIA Disclosure Officer
202-693-2844

Email:
foiarequest@dol.gov

Online:
Department of Labor Public Access Portal

Requests for Data and Statistical Information

Prior to submitting a request, please ensure the information being sought is not already available in the public domain or on ETA’s website. A list of publicly available information can be found in the ETA FOIA Reading Room.

Data and statistical information on ETA programs can be found on the ETA website and may be obtained without making a request under FOIA. Statistical data questions or special data requests for information not readily available on the ETA website should be directed at the ETA program that produces the data.

Privacy Act requests for records pertaining to the requester, (i.e., diplomas, transcripts, labor certification), can be submitted utilizing the ways above. The Privacy Act requires verification of the requester’s identity prior to the release of records. Please include a signed Form BC-300 and a copy of a signed ID card or driver’s license with your request.

For Questions Concerning Your Request

Requesters seeking information concerning the status of their FOIA request, ETA’s response, or for general information on ETA FOIA practices, may contact ETA’s FOIA service center at foiastatus.eta@dol.gov.

FOIA Reading Room

Additional FOIA Resources