# 45 C.F.R. § 2105.31 (2026): What if the Agency determines it will disclose information over the submitter's objections?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/CFR_T45_P2105_S2105_31

## Section

- **Citation:** 45 C.F.R. § 2105.31 (2026)
- **Heading:** What if the Agency 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 45 CFR: Public Welfare / Chapter XXI: COMMISSION OF FINE ARTS / Part 2105: REQUIREMENTS FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT / Subpart F: Handling Confidential Information / § 2105.31: § 2105.31   What if the Agency determines it will disclose information over the submitter's objections?

## Text

If the Agency decides to disclose information over the objection of a submitter, the Agency 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 Agency determined that the submitter's disclosure objections do not support withholding the information;
(b) Copies of the records or information the Agency intends to release; and
(c) Notice that the Agency intends to release the records or information no less than 10 workdays after receipt of the notice by the submitter.

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