FOIA Request to Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.
On August 14, 2025, Southeast Montana News submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office in Montana. The request seeks detailed records concerning the number of job applications received by the office. Specifically, it asks for data broken down by week, month, or year. Additionally, the request seeks information about which department or individual is responsible for tracking these application numbers.
The request was made under the Montana Public Records Act § 2-6-1001 et seq., with a preference for receiving the information in electronic format. As part of its commitment to transparency and accountability in government affairs, Southeast Montana News has requested a fee waiver based on its status as a media organization.
Southeast Montana News is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this coalition can be found on their website at https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
We look forward to receiving this information in an electronic format as it will greatly aid in our reporting efforts. As always, we remain open for any questions or clarifications regarding this request.
