April 13, 2021, Introduction to the Freedom of Information Act October 15, 2020, Virtual Freedom of Information Act Litigation Seminar Office of Information Policy You can give the PAC a call at 877-299-3642, email public.access@ilag.gov, or you can send your request to this mailing address: 500 S. Second St., Springfield, IL 62706. Introduction. Today, the Office of Information Policy (OIP) announced new dates for FOIA training during spring and summer 2021. OAG FOIA Officer Office of the Attorney General 500 S. 2nd Street Springfield, Illinois 62701 Phone: 217-782-1090 Fax: 217-782-8827 Or submit your request online through our Public Records Center. An elected or appointed member of a park district, forest preserve district, or conservation district board can satisfy the OMA training by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization that represents park districts created in the Park District Code. 0000028474 00000 n 0000012848 00000 n If you have any questions regarding required FOIA/OMA trainings, please contact Steve Richart, Heather Brickman, Kerry Pipal, or James Levi in our Corporate/Board Governance practice group. 0000068082 00000 n The Attorney General believes that an open, honest and accountable government, the cornerstone of a democracy, can be achieved only through the free and open exchange of information between government and the public. 3. Fax: 217-782-8827 If you are required by statute to complete the OMA or FOIA training, you must first register to the new portal, even if you have previously completed OMA and FOIA training on the Attorney General's Office's website. 0000008181 00000 n (202) 514 - FOIA (3642), The Office of Information Policy continues to offer virtual FOIA trainings in Fiscal Year 2023. FOIA and OMA Training Portal. https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/consumers/publicnotice/OAG_Network_Compromise_Public_Notice.pdf, https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/downformaintenancepacmessage.html. The new courses and dates scheduled for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2021 are: Continuing FOIA Education ph: 217.363.3040 January 14, 2021, Virtual Exemption 1 and Exemption 7 Workshop A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. 500 S. 2nd Street 0000004116 00000 n If you have any questions, please contact our office. 0000009762 00000 n The member must then file a copy of the certificate of completion of the course with the public body. 0000026763 00000 n Directions viaGoogle Maps, 301 North Neil Street 0000095402 00000 n Citizenship and Imm Today's post is a quick reminder of the legal restrictions on municipal regulation of political signage. Monday, March 27 2023. 0000005300 00000 n and 2020, the PAC was able to provide FOIA and OMA training to over 3,000 government officials, members of law enforcement, members of the media and the public. To provide electronic training to all FOIA Officers and all persons designated by public bodies to receive OMA training. Her contact information is: Cara Smith Public Access Counselor Office of the Attorney General 500 S. 2nd Street Springfield, Illinois 62706 Phone: 312-814-5526 or 1-877-299-FOIA (1-877-299-3642) Fax: 217-782-1396 E-mail: publicaccess@atg.state.il.us The Illinois Attorney General's Public Access Counselor (PAC) provides the required electronic training for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Officers, and Open Meetings Act (OMA) compliance for elected and appointed members and OMA Designees. 0000000016 00000 n Training courses are open to all federal government employees. Signed into law by Gov. Phone: 5. FOIA officers must complete the Attorney Generals electronic FOIA training annually and newly designated FOIA officers must complete the training within 30 days after designation. The Public Access Counselor (PAC) is a part of the Office of the Attorney General. Champaign, IL 61820-3169 0000067451 00000 n Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Registration will open one month prior to the date of the training. For questions or more information regarding any of OIPs training opportunities, please contact OIPs Training Coordinator at DOJ.OIP.FOIA@usdoj.gov. Soil and Water Conservation Districts. Additionally, some records may be subject to confidentiality provisions imposed by other state statutes. endstream endobj 1348 0 obj <>stream University Relations is the single point of intake for FOIA requests; if you receive a request, please forward it ASAP to foia@uillinois.edu The University has five days (plus a five-day extension) to respond to non-commercial requests and 21 days to respond to commercial requests. 500 S. 2nd Street Office of the Attorney General endstream endobj 1344 0 obj <>/Metadata 149 0 R/OCProperties<>/OCGs[1352 0 R]>>/Outlines 220 0 R/PageLayout/SinglePage/Pages 1335 0 R/StructTreeRoot 285 0 R/Type/Catalog>> endobj 1345 0 obj <>/Font<>/Properties<>/XObject<>>>/Rotate 0/StructParents 0/Tabs/S/Trans 1356 0 R/Type/Page>> endobj 1346 0 obj <>stream 0 0000028508 00000 n `ht_P@ \J@1 Q"oS-303cL"&]8'x[AsWvz}mtHE D|% Pursuant to the fundamental philosophy of the American constitutional form of government, it is declared to be the public policy of the State of Illinois that all persons are entitled to full and complete information regarding the affairs of government and the official acts and policies of those who represent them as public officials and public employees consistent with the terms of this Act. A lock (LockA locked padlock) or https:// means youve safely connected to the .gov website. 0000056008 00000 n The Attorney General's Office has made several security enhancements to our training portal site. 6. Cooperating with the Executive Inspector General to receive and investigate complaints. 0000072894 00000 n There is no set completion date for the website repairs at this time. In April 2021 the Attorney Generals databases were compromised and continue to be non - operational. 102, par. 0000006063 00000 n 0000027657 00000 n 500 S. 2nd St.Springfield, IL 62701(217) 782-1090, 100 W. Randolph St.Chicago, IL 60601(312) 814-3000, 601 S. University Ave.Carbondale, IL 62901(618) 529-6400. The office has issued the following statement from the link below. The office has issued the following statement from the link below. Once the registration period begins, you may register by providing your name and email address onOIPs Eventbrite pagefor that course. In this module you will learn about the Department's obligations under the FOIA and how you as FOIA professionals will: Receive and process requests. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. Suite 800 PUBLIC ACCESS OPINION 22-003 (Request for Review 2021 PAC 69031) (February 10, 2022) OPEN MEETINGS ACT: Improper Remote Meeting During a Public Health Emergency. ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL LEADS COALITION URGING CONGRESS TO PASS RIGHT-TO-REPAIR LEGISLATION. January 21, 2021, VirtualPrivacy Considerations Workshop A drainage district commissioner can satisfy the OMA training by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization that represents the drainage districts created under the Illinois Drainage Code. November 10, 2020, Virtual Chief FOIA Officer Report Refresher Training, VirtualProcedural Requirements and Fees Workshops <]/Prev 261571>> 0000055860 00000 n You can submit for a review of your FOIA request by the Illinois attorney general's public access counselor, or PAC. 0000014444 00000 n OMA designees need to complete the OMA Electronic Training on an annual basis. Due to COVID-19 and physical distancing precautions, OIP will continue to offer virtual training sessions that will be taught in real-time by OIP instructors. Note that the OMA requires that all public bodies designate employees, officers or members to receive training on compliance with the OMA and submit a list of designated persons to the PAC. Each attendee must register separately using their own government email address. To issue advisory opinions on FOIA and OMA in response to requests by public bodies. Please note that a password that you used prior to April 2021 will no longer work without a new registration. How to Register on the FOIA/PAC Portal Site. endstream endobj startxref The courses and dates scheduled so far for Fiscal Year 2021 are: Virtual Annual FOIA Report Refresher Training In 2019, the Illinois Attorney General's Office issued Public Access Opinion 19-001, a binding opinion which found that a subject of the recording and the officer, and their respective legal representatives, may obtain the recording regardless of whether or why it has been flagged. Please note that these training sessions are open to government personnel and contractors only. Look to the top righthand corner for the link to register and to login to the training portal. OIP manages all training registration throughEventbrite. Office of the Attorney General 500 S. 2nd Street Springfield, Illinois 62701 Phone: 1-877-299-FOIA Fax: (217) 782-1396 Public.Access@ilag.gov. E-mail: public.access@ilag.gov. To access these trainings, visit the Attorney Generals FOIA/OMA portal and follow the instructions for logging in or registering. 1-877-299-FOIA Springfield, Illinois 62701 Springfield, Illinois 62701 F Due to the systems shutdown, FOIA Officers have not been able to take required initial or annual trainings, and OMA designees and many new board members have not been able to take required OMA trainings through this website. A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States. OAG FOIA Officer 0000027995 00000 n School Districts. HRn0+*n") xI5z0r0lyi#Q You can also fax your request to 217-782-1396. Individuals with hearing or speech disabilities can reach us by using the 7-1-1 relay service. 0000024193 00000 n cv/I4\{XR28nZysK"')Z]}}qdDRJd18< ~^) S,uqRfQ,#]I8c8nlW?DuG2 MhuiMSeO +_ )H Directions viaGoogle Maps, 550 Warrenville Road ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL ANNOUNCES HOUSE PASSAGE OF LEGISLATION INCREASING OVERSIGHT OF HEALTH CARE MARKET CONSOLIDATIONS. Fax: (217) 782-1396 Due to COVID-19 and physical distancing precautions, OIP will continue to offer virtual training sessions that will be taught in real-time by OIP instructors. fax:312.332.7768 eM2tp HY2M*pW]'x2SYDpKnFR "z.MS=) XzU&:LreIxeAOa@*Y8(O 217-782-1090 "!a $`H` fax:618.343.3546 Member entities should consult with their State's Attorney, Corporation Counsel or other appropriate legal representative for legal advice. As you know with the start of the new term (May 17, 2021) you have 90 days to complete the required FOIA / OMA training with the Office of the Illinois Attorney General. Read More. 4. Secure .gov websites use HTTPS ph: 618.343.3540 June 3, 2021, Exemption 1 and Exemption 7 Workshop In April 2021 the Attorney Generals databases were compromised and continue to be non - operational. Please call 1-877-299-3642 if you have any questions. An elected school board member can satisfy the OMA training by participating in a course of training sponsored or conducted by an organization created under Article 23 of the School Code. 0000093309 00000 n Office of the Attorney General Please note that completion of an alternative FOIA / OMA training program currently does not complete the mandated requirement. u@hAFAFF%D1 * `T h`h hJ#2]Q9Z Yo e`8dxqAk.G5Lseyt3N(Ha`ez:iF@Ovf`|UUF Municipalities. 2021 Illinois Municipal Treasurers Institute The Freedom of Information and Open Meetings Acts: Better Understanding and Compliance November 17, 2021 Public Access Bureau Illinois Attorney General's Office Public Access Counselor Position within the Attorney General's Office Created by amendments to FOIA effective January 1, 2010. Thi An IRS investigator recently walked into the clerk's office of a village of 800 people and demanded to see the U.S. The PACs website is back up and running again including the OMA and FOIA electronic training, but the process is slightly different based on the PACs new security enhancements. OIP is also always available to provide individualized training sessions to any interested agency, which can be tailored to fit training needs. 0000068566 00000 n Copyright var creditsyear = new Date();document.write(creditsyear.getFullYear()); In April 2021 the Attorney Generals databases were compromised and continue to be non operational. 0000067566 00000 n Fire Protection Districts. 0000017505 00000 n These courses have been designed to offer training opportunities for personnel from all stages of the FOIA workforce, from new hires to the experienced FOIA professionals or FOIA managers. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites. (5 ILCS 120/1.02) (from Ch. https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/downformaintenancepacmessage.html Now that newly elected or appointed officers have taken or are about to take the oath of office, we have gotten a number of questions about the required Open Meetings Act training that all members of public bodies must take within 90 days of taking office. This website allows access to the Official Opinions of the Illinois Attorney General from 1971 until the present. Illinois Attorney General - Internet Safety Kids & Teens Technology has allowed you to communicate, share and find entertainment much more easily. Office of the Attorney General Official websites use .gov Friday, March 24 2023. After being unavailable for the majority of calendar year 2021 due to an April 2021 hacking incident, the Illinois Attorney Generals website containing the required electronic Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Open Meetings Act (OMA) trainings is now available. Registration will open one month prior to the date of the training. OAG FOIA Officer (to request documents for this office) Due to COVID-19 precautions, all sessions scheduled at this time will be virtual. You will find the OMA and FOIA trainings as the first choice under that menu. 0000094067 00000 n Directions viaGoogle Maps. February 1, 2022 After being unavailable for the majority of calendar year 2021 due to an April 2021 hacking incident, the Illinois Attorney General's website containing the required electronic Freedom of Information Act ("FOIA") and Open Meetings Act ("OMA") trainings is now available. What does the Public Access Counselor do? 500 S. 2nd Street Members of a public body that were newly elected or appointed in 2021, or those that have not previously completed the training during their most recent term of office should register and complete the OMA Electronic Training. It is the public policy of this State that public bodies exist to aid in the conduct of the people's business and that the people have a right to be informed as to the conduct of their business. Directions viaGoogle Maps, 2990 N Perryville Rd, Suite 4144B 0000014018 00000 n Once the registration period begins, you may register by providing your name and email address onOIPs Eventbrite pagefor that course. Fax: 217-782-8827Or submit your request online through our Public Records Center, Public Access Counselor eligible to request the recording under FOIA. Office of the Illinois Attorney General Consumer Protection Protecting consumers and businesses from fraud, deception, and unfair business practices Safer Communities Fighting crime, protecting children, serving crime victims, and providing resources for law enforcement Preserving the Environment Fax: (217) 782-1396 Training courses are open to all federal government employees. HMOA+|Hc7BU*{kQ @@-~=UBZx>30"zP"~\=C\~\N-^L"NSbqz]Hi/3$QAy$C/l|[=P_}CUR^}JV Two pillars that uphold a functioning democracy are the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and the Open Meetings Act (OMA). The Office of Information Policy continues to offer virtual FOIA trainings in Fiscal Year 2021. (1-877-299-3642) 0000027490 00000 n Questions may be directed to any Robbins Schwartz attorney. 0000013246 00000 n Suite 400 0000007974 00000 n E-mail Public Access. 2Tx0peWrq!H_e?>#dkAs)60mf8_L6mkl'0^ l//- ac3\Wc).lZ>1ZlVL^!97g:&&GTc*3fYUtZz\HWOWRb^ ue0%Nz`S_ 6w May 18, 2021, Exemption 4 and Exemption 5 Workshop \7*.k\=Y:u- Tk|l \FGbFW,'\m']r*t9*C.G8 O"9Ss"0oxEe[ @*2&&# $/p^yA2~1~1wi&=Yw9*~ . Illinois Attorney General | FOIA Center (govqa.us). hb```f``: "@9RL40*\yR.00u]vas2|E\x}ZFN4YfjInO2 IE A list of designated individuals must also be submitted to the Attorney Generals Public Access Counselor. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT: Section 7 (1) (d) (vii) of FOIA Requires Public Body to Prove Investigation is Ongoing And That Disclosure of the Information Would Obstruct the Investigation. You can access the site and register at: https://foiapac.ilag.gov/. 248 | 2021-2022 ILLINOIS BLUE BOOK OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL The Attorney General is the state's chief legal and law enforcement officer, responsible . OMA and FOIA Electronic Training Now Available on PACs Website! 0 document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 55 West Monroe Rockford, IL 61107-6827 0000002759 00000 n JB Pritzker on Jan. 22, 2021, the Illinois Safety, Accountability, Fairness and Equity-Today (SAFE-T) Act (the Act) implements sweeping reform impacting many aspects of the criminal justice system, including pre-arrest diversion, policing, pretrial, sentencing, and corrections. 0000005600 00000 n The Internet allows you to connect with people all over the world. These are as follows: 1. 0000226187 00000 n Source: Illinois Attorney General FOIA/OMA Portal, 2022 Hodges, Loizzi, Eisenhammer, Rodick & Kohn LLPItasca 847-670-9000Peoria 309-671-9000O'Fallon 618-622-0999, Partner & Chair, Corporate Practice Group, U.S. Supreme Court Halts OSHAs Employee Vaccine Mandate for Large Employers, Public Body Failed to Justify Withholding Media Strategies and Documents Labeled "Attorney-Client Privileged" Under FOIA. Unfortunately, members of public bodies not covered by an alternative training option under the OMA (like library districts, for example) will have to wait for the PAC to get their online training up and running - or seek legislative relief to add an option for a public body that is not covered by an alternative training option. Please be as specific as possible when describing the records you are seeking. %%EOF 0000071913 00000 n As part of its responsibility to encourage agency compliance with the FOIA, OIP offers a number of training opportunities throughout the year for agency FOIA professionals and individuals with FOIA responsibilities. As part of its responsibility to encourage agency compliance with the FOIA, OIP offers a number of training opportunities throughout the year for agency FOIA professionals and individuals with FOIA responsibilities. 0000028360 00000 n