Rule of Three 1999-2019 (Defense Intelligence Agency)

Emma North-Best filed this request with the Defense Intelligence Agency of the United States of America.
Tracking #

FOIA-00390-2021

FOIA-00376-2021

Multi Request Rule of Three 1999-2019
Due Sept. 30, 2021
Est. Completion None
Status
Awaiting Response

Communications

From: Emma North-Best

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:

Copies of lists or indexes of frequently requested records under FOIA and other disclosure laws, including but not limited to those subject to the Rule of Three (see FOIA, 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(2)(D) (2000)).

I also request copies of emails, memos and letters discussing the handling of frequently requested records that are subject to the Rule of Three, including but not limited to the removal of any such records.

You may limit this request to records generated between January 1, 1999 (or since your office's creation, whichever came later) and December 31, 2019.

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,

Emma North-Best

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings Ms. North Best,

Thank you for submitting your FOIA request to our agency. Attached, please find our acknowledgement letter to your request.
We thank you for your patience, and apologize for the delay.

With warm regards,

FOIA Services Center
301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

DIA typically processes requests in the order of receipt; our backlog currently is in excess of 1,800 requests. The time it takes to respond to a request will vary depending on the complexity of the request and the backlog of requests already pending. All parties should remember that that an estimated completion date is only an estimate based on the available information at the time of making the estimate. Estimated completion dates are subject to change. For future reference on your case, please reference your case # FOIA-00376-2021.

Warm Regards,
FOIA Team

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings!

Thank you for contacting our Agency! As previously indicated, please note that our processing times for cases are significantly delayed.

DIA typically processes requests in the order of receipt; our backlog currently is in excess of 1,800 requests. The time it takes to respond to a request will vary depending on the complexity of the request and the backlog of requests already pending. All parties should remember that that an estimated completion date is only an estimate based on the available information at the time of making the estimate. Estimated completion dates are subject to change

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting the Defense Intelligence Agency. DIA typically process request in order of receipt; our backlog currently in excess of 1,800 requests. The time it takes to respond to a request will vary depending on the complexity of the request and the backlog of request already pending. All parties should remember that an estimated completion date is only an estimate based on the available information at the time of making the estimate. Estimated completion dates are subject to change.

With Warm Regards,
DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings!

Thank you for contacting our Agency! As previously indicated, please note that our processing times for cases are significantly delayed.

DIA typically processes requests in the order of receipt; our backlog currently is in excess of 1,800 requests. The time it takes to respond to a request will vary depending on the complexity of the request and the backlog of requests already pending. All parties should remember that an estimated completion date is only an estimate based on the available information at the time of making the estimate. Estimated completion dates are subject to change. We will make every effort to process your request as soon as possible and solicit your patience and understanding.
With Warm Regards,
DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Emma North-Best

Great! May I have an estimated completion date, as you are required to give by law?

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Sorry for the delay but, due to the pandemic we are backlogged. Estimated completion date: 9-12 months. Please check back in 3 months your request should be with an analyst by that time. We will make every effort to process your request as soon as possible and solicit your patience and understanding.

With Warm Regards,
DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings!

Thank you for contacting the Defense Intelligence Agency. This email is to provide you with an update on your Freedom of Information Request FOIA 00376-2021. This case is currently being tasked out to other elements within the agency and are currently being processed. An extension was recently requested by this other element. We will make every effort to process your request as soon as possible and solicit your patience and understanding. However, please keep in mind, we are backlogged with over 1,800 FOIA cases and work on the cases based on date they are received and complexity of each case.

With Warm Regards,
DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting the Defense Intelligence Agency. This email is to provide you with an update on your Freedom of Information Request FOIA-00376-2021. Please reference this number when inquiring about your case. This case is currently being tasked out to other elements within the agency and are currently being processed. An extension was recently requested by this other element. We will make every effort to process your request as soon as possible and solicit your patience and understanding. However, please keep in mind, we are backlogged with over 1,400 FOIA cases and work on the cases based on date they are received and complexity of each case.

With Warm Regards,

DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting the Defense Intelligence Agency. This email is to provide you with an update on your Freedom of Information Request FOIA-00376-2021. This case is currently being tasked out to other elements within the agency and are currently being processed. An extension was recently requested by this other element. We will make every effort to process your request as soon as possible and solicit your patience and understanding. However, please keep in mind, we are backlogged with over 1,400 FOIA cases and work on the cases based on date they are received and complexity of each case.

With Warm Regards,

DIA FOIA TEAM

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for submitting your request to our Agency.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,400 cases that we are actively processing
* The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

· Your request is currently in stage 2

* An analyst will be in contact with you soon to discuss the required modification of the search parameters for your request, as the retention period for emails is 7 years.

We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes

With Warm Regards,

DIA FOIA Services

From: Emma North-Best

The search parameters for emails may be modified to: all available years.

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for submitting your email to our Agency.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,400 cases that we are actively processing
* The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

· Your request is currently in stage 2

We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

With Warm Regards,

DIA FOIA Services

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request is currently in stage 2

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 2

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 2

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.

V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 2

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,300 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.
V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Emma North-Best

How did the backlog of cases ahead of mine INCREASE?

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3

Important Notes:
* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.
V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

You may find the status for your requests here: Defense Intelligence Agency > FOIA > FOIA Electronic Reading Room (dia.mil)<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA/FOIA-Electronic-Reading-Room/>

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3
Important Notes:
* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,100 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.
V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>>>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester
Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3
Important Notes:
* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,100 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required.
V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>>>>
301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings Ms. North-Best,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://usg01.safelinks.protection.office365.us/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.dia.mil%2FFOIA.aspx&data=05%7C01%7CTurell.Johnson%40dodiis.mil%7C59e74edd0a3843c0b4fe08daf4cd80f2%7Cceda544f67774246a89c4da391f6d81e%7C0%7C0%7C638091460706509122%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=cV01T3whmGHUb8kzDdmUzfHvOafc1QGzCvnN8o2iN7E%3D&reserved=0>
301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings Ms. North Best,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings Ms. North Best,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00376-2021 is currently in stage 3

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<https://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttps:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>>
301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00390-2021 is currently in stage 3

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,200 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA>

301-394-6253

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00390-2021 is currently in stage 2. Sorry for confusion status was misread. Unfortunately, we do not have a projected time on its completion. Please be assured that the DIA is actively working on your case, and is committed to processing your request as soon as possible. We appreciate your patience.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,300 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA>>

301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00390-2021 is currently in stage 3.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,400 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,

DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00390-2021 is currently in stage 3.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,400 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.

V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx%3chttp:/www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>>
301-394-6253

From: Defense Intelligence Agency

Classification: UNCLASSIFIED
======================================================

Greetings Mr. Quinn,

Thank you for contacting our Agency.

The review status for FOIA requests are as follows:

1. Initial Processing
2. Records Search/Review
3. Record Processing
4. Quality Control Review
5. Additional Action Required
6. Delivery to the Requester

Your request FOIA-00390-2021 is currently in stage 4.

Important Notes:

* Unfortunately, we have a backlog of over 1,400 cases that we are actively processing
* Please note that each request is unique and may not need to go through every phase. Additionally, there are other factors that may impact processing. For example, processing time will increase if multiple coordination efforts are required.
* Effective 1 February 2023, the DIA FOIA Service Center will post monthly updates containing the case number and review status of all open cases. Requesters may review this spreadsheet, at their leisure, to determine the status of their FOIA request.
* We will contact you if any additional information is required and to keep you abreast of any changes.
V/R,
DIA FOIA Service Center
www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx<http://www.dia.mil/FOIA.aspx>
301-394-6253

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