# 40 CFR § 1516.7: How can I appeal CEQ's decision to deny my request to access or correct records about me?

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URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.7

## Section

- **Citation:** 40 CFR § 1516.7
- **Heading:** How can I appeal CEQ's decision to deny my request to access or correct records about me?
- **Jurisdiction:** Federal
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** September 22, 2026
- **Source:** Publisher's official text
- **Location:** Title 40—Protection of Environment > CHAPTER V—COUNCIL ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY > SUBCHAPTER B—ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES AND OPERATIONS > PART 1516—PRIVACY ACT IMPLEMENTATION

## Text

(a) If CEQ denies your request to access or correct CEQ's records about you, you can appeal the decision using the same procedures you would use to make a request for access to your records under § 1516.4.
(b) In your appeal, you must include a copy of CEQ's decision denying your request and explain exactly why you believe the decision was wrong.
(c) The General Counsel of CEQ (or the General Counsel's designee) will review your appeal, decide whether to grant or deny it, and inform you of the decision within 30 working days. If it is necessary to extend the time for making a decision, the Chair of CEQ (or the Chair's designee) will explain why in writing.
(d) If CEQ's General Counsel (or designee) denies your appeal, you may provide CEQ with a concise statement that explains your disagreement with the decision, and you may bring a civil lawsuit against CEQ.
(1) If CEQ subsequently discloses the disputed record under § 1516.4, we will clearly identify the disputed portion of the record and attach a copy of your statement of disagreement.
(2) For more information about filing a civil lawsuit, see 5 U.S.C. 552a(g)(1).

## Nearby sections

- [40 CFR § 1516.1 § 1516.1 What is the purpose of this part?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.1.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.2 § 1516.2 What records does this part cover?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.2.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.3 § 1516.3 When will CEQ disclose records about me?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.3.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.4 § 1516.4 How can I obtain access to CEQ's records about me?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.4.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.5 § 1516.5 How can I get information about how CEQ has used its records about me?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.5.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.6 § 1516.6 How can I ask CEQ to correct my records?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.6.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.7 § 1516.7 How can I appeal CEQ's decision to deny my request to access or correct records about me?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.7.md)
- [40 CFR § 1516.8 § 1516.8 Will CEQ charge me a fee for a copy of my records?](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1516.8.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.1 § 1517.1 Policy and scope.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.1.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.2 § 1517.2 Definitions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.2.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.3 § 1517.3 Open meeting requirement.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.3.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.4 § 1517.4 Exceptions.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.4.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.5 § 1517.5 Procedure for closing meetings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.5.md)
- [40 CFR § 1517.6 § 1517.6 Notice of meetings.](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/ecfr-40-1517.6.md)

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