Chicago City Wire

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FOIA Request to Illinois Secretary of State Regarding State Contracts on March 10, 2025.

As a media organization committed to providing comprehensive and accurate news coverage on local governmental affairs, Chicago City Wire has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Illinois Secretary of State. The request seeks documentation and details regarding the fulfillment of contractual obligations for all contracts executed or modified between state agencies and their vendors during February of the 2023 fiscal year.

Specifically, we are requesting records that verify the scope of work performed, deliverables completed, and any reports or evaluations related to these contracts. This information is crucial for our role in gathering and reporting news to the public, as it allows us to hold public institutions accountable and provide transparency.

We have also requested a fee waiver based on our status as members of the media. Access to public records is essential for fulfilling our professional responsibilities, which include disseminating information that informs the American electorate.

Additionally, we are affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization dedicated to investigating state and federal governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. For more information about this coalition's mission and efforts, please visit [https://stopsecrecy.org/about/](https://stopsecrecy.org/about/).

We await a response from the Illinois Secretary of State and remain committed to keeping the public informed about governmental actions.