FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server for CursorGive Cursor instant access to 4 tools to Get Agency Component, Get Agency Component Request Form, Get Annual Report Xml, and more

Name: FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)
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Cursor is an AI-first code editor built on VS Code that integrates LLM-powered coding assistance directly into the development workflow. Its Agent mode enables autonomous multi-step coding tasks, and MCP support lets agents access external data sources and APIs during code generation.

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The FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server for Cursor is a standout in the Knowledge Management category — giving your AI agent 4 tools to work with, ready to go from day one.

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Classic Setup·json

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "foiagov-freedom-of-information": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/[YOUR_TOKEN_HERE]/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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About FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server

Connect to the FOIA.gov API to streamline access to Freedom of Information Act data. This MCP server allows AI agents to navigate the complex structure of US government agencies and their specific FOIA requirements through natural conversation.

Cursor's Agent mode turns FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) into an in-editor superpower. Ask Cursor to generate code using live data from FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) and it fetches, processes, and writes. all in a single agentic loop. 4 tools appear alongside file editing and terminal access, creating a unified development environment grounded in real-time information.

What you can do

Agency Discovery — List all FOIA agency components and filter by specific fields like titles and abbreviations.
Component Details — Fetch deep metadata for specific agency components using their unique UUIDs.
Request Forms — Retrieve the exact structure and fields required for FOIA request forms for any specific component.
Annual Reports — Access NIEM-standard XML annual reports for agencies by year to analyze transparency metrics.

The FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server exposes 4 tools through the Vinkius. Connect it to Cursor in under two minutes — credentials fully managed, no infrastructure to provision, no vendor lock-in. Your configuration, your data, your control.

All 4 FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) tools available for Cursor

When Cursor connects to FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) through Vinkius, your AI agent gets direct access to every tool listed below — spanning transparency, public-records, legal-data, and more. Every call runs in a secure, isolated environment with full audit visibility. Beyond a simple connection, you get real-time monitoring of agent activity, enterprise governance, and optimized token usage.

get

Get agency component on FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)

Fetch a specific agency component by UUID

get

Get agency component request form on FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)

Fetch the FOIA request form structure for a specific component

get

Get annual report xml on FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)

Fetch an agency annual report in XML format

list

List agency components on FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)

Supports JSON API sparse fieldsets and includes. List all FOIA agency components

Connect FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) to Cursor via MCP

Follow these steps to wire FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) into Cursor. The entire setup takes under two minutes — your credentials stay safe behind Vinkius.

Open MCP Settings

Press Cmd+Shift+P (macOS) or Ctrl+Shift+P (Windows/Linux) → search "MCP Settings"

Add the server config

Paste the JSON configuration above into the mcp.json file that opens

Save the file

Cursor will automatically detect the new MCP server

Start using FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information)

Open Agent mode in chat and ask: "Using FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information), help me...". 4 tools available

Why Use Cursor with the FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server

Cursor AI Code Editor provides unique advantages when paired with FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) through the Model Context Protocol.

Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context

Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards

MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment

VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) + Cursor Use Cases

Practical scenarios where Cursor combined with the FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server delivers measurable value.

Code generation with live data: ask Cursor to generate a security report module using live DNS and subdomain data fetched through MCP

Automated documentation: have Cursor query your API's tool schemas and generate TypeScript interfaces or OpenAPI specs automatically

Infrastructure-as-code: Cursor can fetch domain configurations and generate corresponding Terraform or CloudFormation templates

Test scaffolding: ask Cursor to pull real API responses via MCP and generate unit test fixtures from actual data

Example Prompts for FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) in Cursor

Ready-to-use prompts you can give your Cursor agent to start working with FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) immediately.

"List all FOIA agency components and include their parent agency names."

"Get the FOIA request form structure for the agency component with UUID '654321-abc-...'."

"Fetch the 2021 annual report XML for the DOJ."

Troubleshooting FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server with Cursor

Common issues when connecting FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) to Cursor through Vinkius, and how to resolve them.

Tools not appearing in Cursor

Ensure you are in Agent mode (not Ask mode). MCP tools only work in Agent mode.

Server shows as disconnected

Check Settings → Features → MCP and verify the server status. Try clicking the refresh button.

FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) + Cursor FAQ

Common questions about integrating FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server with Cursor.

What is Agent mode and why does it matter for MCP?

Agent mode is Cursor's autonomous execution mode where the AI can perform multi-step tasks: reading files, editing code, running terminal commands, and calling MCP tools. Without Agent mode, Cursor operates in a simpler ask-and-answer mode that doesn't support tool calling. Always ensure you're in Agent mode when working with MCP servers.

Where does Cursor store MCP configuration?

Cursor looks for MCP server configurations in a mcp.json file. You can configure servers at the project level (.cursor/mcp.json in your project root) or globally (~/.cursor/mcp.json). Project-level configs take precedence.

Can Cursor use MCP tools in inline edits?

No. MCP tools are only available in Agent mode through the chat panel. Inline completions and Tab suggestions do not trigger MCP tool calls. This is by design. tool calls require user visibility and approval.

How do I verify MCP tools are loaded?

Open Settings → Features → MCP and look for your server name. A green indicator means the server is connected. You can also check Agent mode's available tools by clicking the tools dropdown in the chat panel.

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