Passport Revocations
| Tracking # |
F-2018-02248 F-2018-00907 |
| Submitted | Feb. 2, 2018 |
| Due | May 22, 2018 |
| Est. Completion | None |
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From: Taylor Amarel
To Whom It May Concern:
This is a request under the Freedom of Information Act. I hereby request the following records:
I would like to obtain all records, correspondence, logs, notes, statistics, manuals, or memos relating to the IRS/DOS program that involves the revocation of passports for individuals that are delinquent on tax obligations. I would like to obtain information on the number of passports denied, revoked, or cancelled as well as manual and memos on this process and what (if any) administrative appeal rights individuals would be given.
These records are known to exist and are detailed here: https://www.irs.gov/businesses/small-businesses-self-employed/revocation-or-denial-of-passport-in-case-of-certain-unpaid-taxes#passport as well as on the DOS website. Please contact me if more clarification is needed, do not close my request without consulting me first.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Taylor Amarel
From: U.S. Department of State
A fix is required to perfect the request.
From: Taylor Amarel
To whom this may concern,
I respectfully appeal this decision. The IRS has ALREADY released documents (which you can see here: https://cdn.muckrock.com/foia_files/2018/03/01/2-15-18_MR48242_RES.pdf) indicating that Carl C. Risch, Assistance Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State has significant knowledge of the records requested. Please have Mr. Risch review my request for records, at a minimum the MOU should be released.
Best,
Taylor Amarel
From: U.S. Department of State
A fix is required to perfect the request.
From: Taylor Amarel
To whom this may concern,
I have not received a response to my appeal, instead, I was sent another "fix required" letter. Can you please clarify if my appeal is being processed?
Furthermore, although I contend that no narrowing of scope is required. If you must narrow the scope, please search for records within the Bureau of Consular Affairs. It may be helpful to start with records known to exist or signed by Carl C. Risch, Assistance Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State.
Best,
Taylor Amarel
From: Taylor Amarel
To whom this may concern,
I have not received a response to my appeal, instead, I was sent another "fix required" letter. Can you please clarify if my appeal is being processed?
Furthermore, although I contend that no narrowing of scope is required. If you must narrow the scope, please search for records within the Bureau of Consular Affairs. It may be helpful to start with records known to exist or signed by Carl C. Risch, Assistance Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State.
Best,
Taylor Amarel
From: Taylor Amarel
To whom this may concern,
I respectfully appeal this decision. The IRS has ALREADY released documents (which you can see here: https://cdn.muckrock.com/foia_files/2018/03/01/2-15-18_MR48242_RES.pdf) indicating that Carl C. Risch, Assistance Secretary, Bureau of Consular Affairs, U.S. Department of State has significant knowledge of the records requested. Please have Mr. Risch review my request for records, at a minimum the MOU should be released.
Best,
Taylor Amarel
From:
Mr. Amarel, I have received your appeal. We can search the records of Carl Risch for records pertaining to the revocation of passports based on delinquent taxes. However, we still need a time frame for the search. Thanks, Lori Hartmann, Appeals Officer
From: Taylor Amarel
Thank you, please search from January 1, 2018 to Present Day.
Thank you.
From: U.S. Department of State
Thank you. We will begin processing your request. You will be given a new FOIA case number by separate letter.
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From: U.S. Department of State
Thanks. Your request will be processed under case number F-2018-03588, be sure to include both case numbers in future correspondence.
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Please contact FOIAStatus@state.gov<mailto:FOIAStatus@state.gov> for requests on the status of your case. Thanks.
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Your new case number is F-2018-03588 - please use it in all future correspondence. I will forward your status request to FOIAStatus. Lori
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From: Taylor Amarel
Thank you very much, I look forward to receiving an update on this request.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Taylor Amarel,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2018-03588.
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates that your request remains in process. You will be notified of the Department's search and review efforts in response to this request as soon as that information becomes available.
We appreciate your continued patience.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: Taylor Amarel
Thank you, I hope to receive the responsive documents soon.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Taylor Amarel,
This is in response to your email below regarding the status of FOIA Case Control Number F-2018-02248.
The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic records system indicates that your request remains in process. You will be notified of the Department's search and review efforts in response to this request as soon as that information becomes available.
We appreciate your continued patience.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
Katrina Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Taylor,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number (F-2018-02248).
Your request is in process. We will soon follow-up with you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
Please note that the Department currently has a backlog of approximately 11,000 cases. As the Department continues to work through its backlog, it is mindful of its accountability to the public.
We truly appreciate your continued patience.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Amarel,
This is in response to your email below concerning your FOIA case control number (F-2018-02248).
Your request is in process. We will soon follow-up with you regarding your request for an estimated date of completion in this case.
Please note that the Department currently has a backlog of approximately 11,000 cases. As the Department continues to work through its backlog, it is mindful of its accountability to the public.
We truly appreciate your continued patience.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov%3cmailto:foiastatus@state.gov>>.
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
Official - Transitory
UNCLASSIFIED
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From: U.S. Department of State
Your FOIA request is in the backlog.
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Your request has been assigned a new case number, F-2018-03588. I have forwarded your request to FOIAStatus@sate.gov<mailto:FOIAStatus@sate.gov> for an update.
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From: Taylor Amarel
Thank you, please be advised this request has been in processing for roughly a year. I look forward to receiving the documents soon.
From: U.S. Department of State
Dear Mr. Amarel,
This is in response to your email and FOIA case control number F-2018-02248. The Office of Information Programs and Services electronic record system indicates that this request has been closed since 4/27/2018.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center (FRSC) at 202-261-8484 or send an e-mail to foiastatus@state.gov<mailto:foiastatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
Katrina M. Wood
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
Official
UNCLASSIFIED
From: Taylor Amarel
As per your previous email, this request was assigned a new tracking number: F-2018-03588, I would like an update for this request.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
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From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I wanted to follow up on the following Freedom of Information Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Feb. 2, 2018. Please let me know when I can expect to receive a response. You had assigned it reference number #F-2018-02248.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Amarel,
The Office of Information Programs and Services is in receipt of your inquiry below. Please note that FOIA case control number F-2018-02248 is no longer valid. This request has been assigned a new case number, F-2018-03588. We will follow-up with you as soon as possible to provide an estimated date of completion for this case.
Thank you in advance for your patience.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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From: U.S. Department of State
Mr. Amarel,
This is in response to your email below regarding FOIA Case Control Number F-2018-03588.
The Office of Information Programs and Services' electronic records system indicates this request is in process and has a January 5, 2022, estimated date of completion (EDC). EDCs are estimates and are subject to change. If the request can be completed prior to the EDC, a response will be sent to you sooner.
Please note due to the COVID-19 pandemic, resources to process FOIA cases are limited at the Department. Therefore, there will be a delay in processing FOIA requests.
We appreciate your continued patience.
If you have further concerns or any questions regarding any FOIA-related matter, please contact the FOIA Requester Service Center via email at FOIAStatus@state.gov<mailto:FOIAStatus@state.gov>.
Regards,
U.S. Department of State
FOIA Requester Service Center
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