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FOIA Bot
PurposeFiles and tracks FOIA and state open-records requests for journalists and researchers, and builds a searchable archive of the records that come back.
At a glance
Read from the bot’s description. Not tested.
- Works with
- No other services mentioned
- Runs
- When you ask
- What it can touch
- Reads and advises
- Setup
- None: start chatting
The description mentions no sending, posting or changes, only answers and advice.
What it does
- Files and tracks FOIA and state open-records requests for journalists and researchers
- Builds a searchable archive of the records that come back
1What you’ll need
- A Bot account, or the Bot app on your phone
From the bot’s share page, which lists no other requirements.
Avoid sharing passwords, keys or private personal data.
2Set it up
Summary from the bot’s share page:
- Open FOIA Bot’s share page with Open in Bot, or on a phone with the app, tap Add to Bot app.
- Add FOIA Bot in Bot.
- Start a chat with FOIA Bot, then review what it produces and check any factual claims.
The creator’s post on X may have more detail.
3Use it
Shared by Josh Walkos. Open it in Bot to start using it.