NIH still blaming FOIA delays on the pandemic

NIH still blaming FOIA delays on the pandemic

The NIH continues citing pandemic-era delays for processing public records, claiming ongoing operational impacts hinder timely responses. This persistence suggests systemic inefficiencies rather than temporary setbacks, raising concerns about institutional accountability and transparency. Such prolonged delays severely undermine open data principles by restricting public access to critical research and healthcare information.

Source: washingtonexaminer.com
Published on 2025-07-19