Reading Room Document
Application of Federal Reports Act to Letter of Inquiry Sent to Ten or More Persons From the Antitrust Division
The document discusses the applicability of the Federal Reports Act to a letter of inquiry sent by the Antitrust Division to real estate boards. The conclusion reached is that the letter falls within the purview of the Act, specifically section 3509, which requires approval from the Office of Management and Budget when identical requests for information are made to ten or more persons. The questions presented for review include whether the Antitrust Division is considered a "Federal agency" under the Act, and whether the letter of inquiry constitutes a method calling for answers to identical questions. Additionally, the document explores the legislative history of the Act and the intent behind its provisions in relation to the letter of inquiry.
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