# Federal Register #2026-19223

Department of State Regulatory Update on Public Information Access

**Buyer:** State Department
**Posted:** September 21, 2026
**Identifier:** 2026-19223

This opportunity involves a regulatory update by the Department of State, not a procurement action.
- Government Buyer:
  - Department of State
  - No sub-agency or office procurement details provided
- OEMs and Vendors:
  - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned, as this is not a procurement
- Products/Services Requested:
  - No products, part numbers, or quantities are requested
- Unique or Notable Requirements:
  - Revised procedures for public access to information
  - Updates to email submission for information requests
  - Clarification of identity verification methods
  - Updated references to the Information Access Programs Directorate
  - Updated systems of records notices and exemptions
  - Improved procedures for appeals and amendments
- No procurement-relevant technical or business requirements are present

### Description

The Department of State revises its regulations governing the availability to the public of information under the Department's control. This final rule reflects changes in the Department's organization and procedures since the last revision, including the use of email to submit requests for information. The rule aims to clarify identity verification methods for information requests and update references to the Information Access Programs Directorate. It also updates the list of systems of records notices and exemptions, and makes minor procedural changes to improve public access to information.

[View original listing](https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/09/21/2026-19223/public-access-to-information)