# 43 C.F.R. § 2.33 (2026): What if the bureau determines it will disclose information over the submitter's objections?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T43_P2_S2_33

## Section

- **Citation:** 43 C.F.R. § 2.33 (2026)
- **Heading:** What if the bureau determines it will disclose information over the submitter's objections?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Title 43 CFR: Public Lands: Interior / Part 2: FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT › RECORDS AND TESTIMONY / Subpart F: Handling Confidential Information / § 2.33: § 2.33   What if the bureau determines it will disclose information over the submitter's objections?

## Text

If the bureau decides to disclose information over the objection of a submitter, the bureau must notify the submitter by certified mail or other traceable mail, return receipt requested. The notification must be sent to the submitter's last known address and must include:
(a) The specific reasons why the bureau determined that the submitter's disclosure objections do not support withholding the information;
(b) Copies of the records or information the bureau intends to release; and
(c) Notice that the bureau intends to release the records or information no less than 10 workdays after receipt of the notice by the submitter.

## Nearby sections

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