Overview
The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a United States federal law that provides the public with the right to request access to records from federal agencies. FOIA promotes transparency by allowing individuals to request information about government activities, subject to specific statutory exemptions designed to protect privacy, national security, and other sensitive information.
NRGR and Federal Funding
The NIMH Repository and Genomics Resource (NRGR) operates with support from the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
Certain administrative records associated with federally funded activities may be subject to FOIA through the appropriate federal agency.
Limitations and Exemptions
Some information associated with research resources may not be publicly releasable. This may include:
- Sensitive research data
- Personally identifiable information (PII)
- Protected health information (PHI)
- Controlled-access genomic datasets
- Proprietary or confidential research materials
Such information may be exempt from disclosure under FOIA or other applicable federal laws and policies.
Submitting a Request
Individuals seeking records related to NIH-funded programs should submit FOIA requests directly to the appropriate federal agency.
For requests involving NIH programs, please visit the official NIH FOIA page:
NIH FOIA OfficeThe federal agency responsible for the requested records will review the request and respond in accordance with FOIA requirements.