Ps form 8170-2026

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The document is a report form for processing requests under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Privacy Act. It outlines the necessary steps and information required to respond to such requests, including dates received, acts cited, requester's details, descriptions of records requested, search results, denial information if applicable, resources used in processing the request, and accountability measures. The form must be completed for any written request that cites FOIA or the Privacy Act.

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Click ‘Get Form’ to open the PS Form 8170 in the editor.
Begin by entering the 'Date Received' in MM/DD/YYYY format. This date is crucial as it starts the legal response time.
In the 'Act(s) Cited' section, check the appropriate box for FOIA, Privacy Act, or both based on your request.
Fill in the 'Date Due' by calculating 20 working days from the date received. This ensures compliance with response timelines.
Indicate if 'expedited processing' was requested and whether it was granted in section five.
Complete sections for requester information, including name and organization, ensuring accuracy for proper identification.
Describe the records requested in detail, categorizing them into up to three types to facilitate efficient processing.
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