HOI33-18 governs Air Force Headquarters FOIA and Mandatory Declassification Review programs, including access requests and records handling.
View HOI33-18 on armypubs.army.mil
HOI33-18 describes public access to government records, written request processing, FOIA exemptions and exclusions, and review of responsive information. It also addresses Privacy Act implementation, contractor support, fee waivers, expedited processing, and records filing.
Applies to: It applies to all Headquarters Air Force (HAF) military, civilian and contractor personnel.
The FOIA is an access statute that opens the business of government to the general public. (paragraph 1)
The FOIA allows anyone, regardless of citizenship, to request copies of existing government records without giving a reason for their request. (paragraph 1)
The FOIA, as implemented in AFMAN 33-302, requires the government to respond to written requests (including facsimile or e-mail) for information within 20 workdays after receipt of the request. (paragraph 3)
Once a request has been received by a designated FOIA monitor or OPR, all responsive information must be reviewed for release by the office receiving the request; no information may be created or destroyed. (paragraph 3)
Performance work statements must include FOIA/PA requirements. (paragraph 2)