FOIA Advisor

FOIA News: NRC revises FOIA regs

FOIA News (2026)Allan BlutsteinComment

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued a final rule on March 6, 2026, updating its FOIA regulations to better align with current DOJ guidelines. Key changes include a standardized "end-date" for record searches and a new mandate for the FOIA Public Liaison to help requesters refine their searches to lower costs. The rule also formalizes proactive disclosures, requiring the agency to continuously update its website with frequently requested records. These amendments took effect immediately without a public comment period.