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3/16/2026
Objective Minimal This event represents a very minor concern with minimal immediate impact. While worth tracking for patterns, it does not significantly affect democratic health. Typically involves routine political discourse or minor policy adjustments.

Publication of 2026 Chief FOIA Officer (CFO) Reports on agency websites due

The Department of Justice has announced that the 2026 Chief FOIA Officer reports are due to be published on agency websites.

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3/1/2026
Objective Minimal This event represents a very minor concern with minimal immediate impact. While worth tracking for patterns, it does not significantly affect democratic health. Typically involves routine political discourse or minor policy adjustments.

Publication of FY25 Annual Reports on agency websites due

The Department of Justice has set a deadline for the publication of FY25 annual reports on agency websites.

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2/4/2026
Objective Low This event represents a minor concern with limited immediate impact on democratic institutions or personal rights. While noteworthy, it does not significantly elevate overall risk levels. Such events are monitored but typically reflect routine political processes or debates.

Virtual Advanced Freedom of Information Act Training

The Department of Justice announced a virtual training event focused on the Advanced Freedom of Information Act, aimed at enhancing understanding and compliance with transparency requirements.

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1/30/2026
Objective Low This event represents a minor concern with limited immediate impact on democratic institutions or personal rights. While noteworthy, it does not significantly elevate overall risk levels. Such events are monitored but typically reflect routine political processes or debates.

Agency Chief FOIA Officer (CFO) Reports due to OIP for review

The Department of Justice has announced that Agency Chief FOIA Officers must submit their reports for review, reinforcing the commitment to transparency and accountability in government operations.

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1/30/2026
Objective Minimal This event represents a very minor concern with minimal immediate impact. While worth tracking for patterns, it does not significantly affect democratic health. Typically involves routine political discourse or minor policy adjustments.

FY26 Q1 Data Due

The Department of Justice has set a deadline for the submission of quarterly data for FY26, emphasizing the importance of accountability in government operations.

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1/28/2026
Objective Low This event represents a minor concern with limited immediate impact on democratic institutions or personal rights. While noteworthy, it does not significantly elevate overall risk levels. Such events are monitored but typically reflect routine political processes or debates.

Virtual Administrative Appeals, FOIA Compliance, and Customer Service Training

The Department of Justice is hosting a virtual training session on administrative appeals and compliance with FOIA, aimed at improving government transparency and customer service.

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1/21/2026
Objective Moderate This event shows notable democratic concerns that warrant attention. It may involve proposed legislation, policy shifts, or institutional actions that could weaken checks and balances or erode rights. Contributes moderately to overall risk calculations and signals potential deterioration.

Virtual Privacy Considerations Training

The Department of Justice is conducting a virtual training session focused on privacy considerations, aiming to enhance the protection of individual privacy rights within government processes.

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