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FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server

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Name: FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server
Price: 29 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.9 (1 reviews)
Author: Vinkius

Learn how to connect FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) to Cursor and start using 4 AI agent tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code.

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Get Agency ComponentGet Agency Component Request FormGet Annual Report XmlList Agency Components

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What is the 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.

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.

How it works

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Enter your FOIA.gov API Key
Start querying government transparency data from your AI assistant

Who is this for?

Journalists & Researchers — quickly identify which agency components handle specific types of records.
Legal Professionals — automate the retrieval of request form structures to ensure compliance with agency-specific requirements.
Data Analysts — pull annual report data in XML format for large-scale transparency analysis.

Built-in capabilities (4)

get_agency_component

Fetch a specific agency component by UUID

get_agency_component_request_form

Fetch the FOIA request form structure for a specific component

get_annual_report_xml

Fetch an agency annual report in XML format

list_agency_components

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

Why Cursor?

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.

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Agent mode turns Cursor into an autonomous coding assistant that can read files, run commands, and call MCP tools without switching context
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Cursor's Composer feature can generate entire files using real-time data fetched through MCP. no copy-pasting from external dashboards
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MCP tools appear alongside built-in tools like file reading and terminal access, creating a unified agentic environment
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VS Code extension compatibility means your existing workflow, keybindings, and extensions all work alongside MCP tools

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FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.

Teams that connect FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) to Cursor through Vinkius don't need to source, host, or maintain individual MCP servers. Every tool call runs inside a hardened runtime with credential isolation, DLP, and a signed audit chain.

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GDPR compliance	Manual effort	Automated purge + export

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Enterprise Security

Why teams choose Vinkius for FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) in Cursor

The FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS — a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts. All 4 tools execute in hardened sandboxes optimized for native MCP execution.

Your AI agents in Cursor only access the data you authorize, with DLP that blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade infrastructure, zero maintenance.

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The Vinkius Advantage

How Vinkius secures
FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) for Cursor

Every tool call from Cursor to the FOIA.gov (Freedom of Information) MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How can I find the specific requirements for filing a FOIA request with an agency?

You can use the get_agency_component_request_form tool with the agency's UUID. It will return the full structure of the form, including all required fields and instructions.

Is it possible to list all sub-components of a major government agency?

Yes. Use list_agency_components and you can include the parent agency information to filter or identify all components belonging to a specific department.

Can I access the raw annual transparency reports for data analysis?

Absolutely. The get_annual_report_xml tool allows you to fetch the official NIEM-standard XML reports for any agency and year (e.g., DOJ, 2021).

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.