FOIA request backlogs hinder government transparency and prevent individual’s timely access to information. Nevertheless, backlogs have steadily risen over the last decade, rising to an all-time high of 206,720 in 2022. To address the issue, the GAO produced a report analyzing its root causes and providing recommendations to help agencies beat the backlog.
Join OPEXUS and our panel of experts as we examine actionable insights from the report. We will explore strategies agencies can implement to end the fiscal year on a strong note and give runway to an improved FOIA program heading into 2025.
Our Panelists:
- Jay McTigue, Director of Strategic Issues at GAO and author of the GAO’s 2024 FOIA report
- Michael Sarich, FOIA Director at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Alina Semo, Director at the Office of Government Information Services at NARA
Moderated by:
- Ben Tingo, General Counsel at OPEXUS and member of the FOIA Advisory Committee
Equip your team with this insider knowledge to beat the backlog and improve government transparency! Following the panel discussion, continue the conversation with networking drinks and light appetizers, hosted at the OPEXUS offices.
Details:
- When: Tuesday, June 25th, 3-5:00pm ET
- Where: In Person, OPEXUS HQ 1101 17th Street NW Washington, DC 20036
- Cost: Free
About OPEXUS
With OPEXUS, get government unstuck. OPEXUS is the leader in FedRAMP-certified government process management software with more than 30 years of experience supporting public institutions. The company brings operational excellence to governments’ middle office so agencies can focus on the critical work of mission delivery. OPEXUS empowers 100,000 government users with exceptional technology experiences and a built-for-government product suite, including solutions for audit, investigations, correspondence, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests, and workforce management. Located in the heart of Washington D.C., OPEXUS works with more than 150 public institutions in the US and Canada.
