Write a letter to the agency that you believe may have a file pertaining
to you. Address your request to the Privacy Act Officer or head of the
agency, such as "Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services."
Be sure to write "Privacy Act Request" clearly on both the letter
and the envelope.
Most agencies require some proof of identity before they will give you
your records. Therefore, it is a good idea to enclose proof of identity
(such as a copy of your driver's license) with your full name and address.
Do not send the original documents. Remember to sign your request for information,
since your signature is a form of identification. If an agency needs more
proof of identity before releasing your files, it will let you know.
Give as much information as possible as to why you believe the agency
has records about you. The agency should process your request or contact
you for additional information.
Click
HERE for a Privacy Act information request letter you can fill out
online and print out
Click
HERE for a list of public agencies
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