FOIA Request to University of Montana regarding employee compensation records for Fiscal Year 2025 on January 9, 2026.
The Big Sky Times, a media organization focused on local governmental affairs, has submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request to the University of Montana. The request seeks detailed records of employee compensation for all individuals employed by the university during Fiscal Year 2025. The information is requested under the Montana Public Records Act § 2-6-1001 et seq., and it is preferred in electronic format.
The specific data fields requested include employee name, gender (if recorded), age or year of birth (if not exempt), date of birth (if not exempt or limited to month/year), university name, department, employer name, title or position, hire date, compensation amount (base pay and any additional pay), compensation type (e.g., salary, hourly, stipend, bonus), and employment type (full-time or part-time).
As a member of the media committed to transparency and accountability in public institutions, Big Sky Times has also requested a fee waiver. The organization is affiliated with The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit corporation that aids news media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating state and federal governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws.
The University of Montana is a public research institution located in Missoula, Montana. It serves over 11,000 students through various undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. Known for its emphasis on academic excellence and experiential learning within a welcoming environment, more information about the university can be found on their official website.
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