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VIA EMAIL (LM 2017-143)

October 17, 2017

The Honorable Donald F. McGahn, II Counsel to the President The Washington, D.C. 20502

Dear Mr. McGahn:

In accordance with the requirements of the Presidential Records Act (PRA), as amended, 44 U.S.C. §§2201-2209, this letter constitutes a formal notice from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) to the incumbent President of our intent to open George W. Bush Presidential records in response to the systematic processing projects and Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests listed in Attachment A.

This material, consisting of 80,937 pages, 4,689 assets, and 19 video clips, has been reviewed for the six PRA Presidential restrictive categories, including confidential communications requesting or submitting advice (P5) and material related to appointments to federal office (P2), as they were eased by President George W. Bush on November 15, 2010. These records were also reviewed for all applicable FOIA exemptions. As a result of this review, 12,560 pages and 2,522 assets withheld in whole and 3,603 pages, 195 assets, and 2 video clips withheld in part have been restricted. Therefore, NARA is proposing to open the remaining 64,774 pages, 1,972 assets and 17 video clips in whole and 3,603 pages, 195 assets, and 2 video clips in part that do not require closure under 44 U.S.C. § 2204. A copy of any records proposed for release under this notice will be provided to you upon your request.

We are also concurrently informing former President George W. Bush’s representative, Tobi Young, of our intent to release these records. Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2208(a), NARA will release the records 60 working days from the date of this letter, which is January 15, 2018, unless the former or incumbent President requests a one-time extension of an additional 30 working days or asserts a constitutionally based privilege, in accordance with 44 U.S.C. 2208(b)-(d). Please let us know if you are able to complete your review before the expiration of the 60 working day period. Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2208(a)(1)(B), we will make this notice available to the public on the NARA website.

If you have any questions relating to this notification, please contact me at (202) 357-5144 or NARA General Counsel Gary M. Stern at (301) 837-3026.

Sincerely,

B. JOHN LASTER DIRECTOR Presidential Materials Division

Enclosure

ATTACHMENT A

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0010-P of Records Management 14 pages 11 pages 3 pages Subject files—DI002 (Natural Disasters) [segment thereof]

The George W. Bush Library has completed the systematic processing of records from the White House Office of Records Management Subject files – DI002 (Natural Disasters) [segment thereof]. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening include a barcode scanning sheet, a tab, and an administrative handwritten note.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0011-P USA Freedom Corps - Grace Ohlhaut, 454 pages 32 pages in 364 in whole; Subject files whole; 58 58 in part pages in part

The George W. Bush Presidential Library has completed the systematic processing of records from USA Freedom Corps – Grace Ohlhaut – Subject files. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are printed emails, draft and final briefings for White House events, draft scheduling proposals, information sheets, White House Visitor Entry System (WAVES) appointment confirmations, handwritten notes, talking points, event agendas, fact sheets, press releases, and printed booklets and information. Documents related to events at the White House for Big Brothers Big Sisters, biographical information on the Boys and Girls Clubs’ youths of the year for 2008, and draft reports regarding the Citizen Corps are included. In addition, many documents provided by various non-governmental organizations related to are present.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0216-F[1] Records sent to, by, or received by President 51,896 7,871 pages 40,956 pages in George W. Bush concerning certain Cabinet pages in whole; whole; 3,069 members 3,069 pages pages in part in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all records sent to, sent by, or received by President George W. Bush concerning certain Cabinet members. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening include correspondence to/from President George W. Bush and to/from various cabinet members, presidential schedules and briefing memoranda, speech drafts, presidential message drafts, policy memoranda to President George W. Bush, and personnel records. Most of the records proposed for opening in this segment concern Andrew Card, , or Condoleezza Rice. These materials come from the White House Office of

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Records Management the White House Office of Chief of Staff, the ’s Office, and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0501-F Emails between Edward Lazear and the 677 assets 300 assets in 307 assets in Domestic Policy Council, National Economic whole; whole; Council, and the Department of the Treasury 70 in part 70 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for emails between Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors, Edward Lazear, and the Domestic Policy Council, National Economic Council, and the Department of the Treasury. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are financial market update reports, routine administrative memoranda regarding program reviews, and scheduling emails. These materials are from the Exchange Email Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0531-F Records regarding HIV/AIDS from Mrs. 2,988 921 pages, 1,755 pages, 87 Bush’s trip to South Africa, Rwanda, and pages; 379 252 assets in assets in whole; Tanzania in July 2005 assets whole; 312 312 pages, 40 pages, 40 assets in part assets in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for records regarding HIV/AIDS from Mrs. Bush’s trip to South Africa, Rwanda, and Tanzania in July 2005. The George W. Bush Presidential textual records proposed for opening are schedules, briefing papers, schedule proposals, site surveys, printed emails, articles, maps, internet printouts, published materials, talking points, Q&As, pool reports, fact sheets, handwritten notes, thank you letters, copies of signed photos, cables, maps, lists, fax cover sheets, receipts, forms, and other administrative documents. There are numerous versions of schedules for Mrs. Bush’s travels from July 8-15, 2005, scheduling proposals and background materials on the various organizations visited during the trip, and other administrative prep materials related to the planning of the trip such as scheduling information for the site survey team and menus for air travel. Also included are printed administrative emails and documentation regarding Rick and Kay Warren and Cherie Blair’s travels to Africa at the same time as Mrs. Bush’s. Draft and final letters to the editor of AllAfrica.com from Kristen Silverberg regarding Mrs. Bush’s comments about the ABC model of HIV prevention are also present. Lastly, there are schedules, Q&As, administrative documents, and other background materials related to President George W. Bush and ’s travel to the G-8 Summit in Gleneagles, Scotland, as Mrs. Bush left for Africa directly from this event. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files and the Office of Laura Bush. Electronic records proposed for opening consist of emails that contain press schedules, final drafts of speeches delivered on the trip, news articles with commentary, transcripts of Mrs. Bush’s remarks and an interview with Ann Curry for the TODAY Show, pool reports, speeches delivered by Ambassador Randall Tobias regarding HIV/AIDS, interview requests from reporters, and briefing papers for trip events. There are emails

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requesting the posting of transcripts of remarks and photographs with captions on the White House website, copies of the transcripts and photos, as well as status reports on the website update. Also included is an email discussing the ability of the Treasury Department to provide briefing materials and a response from a staff member in Mrs. Bush’s Office. Documents from the shared drives include a list of individuals to thank, press proposals, and spreadsheets containing photo captions for the White House website. These electronic records are from the Exchange Email, NSC Shared Drive, OA Shared Drive, and WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Sets.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0559-F Emails regarding Payday Lending, Rent-A- 2,742 1,801 assets 860 assets in Bank, or Shadow Lending assets in whole; 81 whole; 81 assets in assets in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for emails regarding payday lending, rent-a-bank, or shadow banking, limited to correspondence between government agencies. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are routine and administrative emails including press releases, news articles, newsletters, reports, transmittal messages, fact sheets, requests for information, speeches, legislation, presentations, meeting and conference call planning, blank questionnaires, vetting information, and talking points. Also included are various individuals’ testimony before Congress, lists of actions that the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) have taken against abusive lenders, a retirement announcement from the 28th Comptroller of Currency Jerry Hawke, background information on members of Congress for meeting preparations, letters and comments from non-government groups regarding policies or legislation, a memorandum from the Congressional Committee on Oversight and Government Reform announcing the scheduling of a hearing related to White House Procedures for Safeguarding Classified Information, a list of organizations that could participate in a financial literacy program, a copy of the budget submission of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to Congress, planning material related to a meeting of the Transatlantic Consumers Dialogue (TACD), Department of Commerce summaries of financial forecaster’s views, news article compilations created for various purposes, Congressional Research Services reports and other published articles, HTML files for upload to government websites, and box inventories for records retired to the White House Office of Records Management. These materials are from the Automated Records Management System (ARMS), Exchange Email, Exchange Email Restored – 21 Days, Exchange Email Restored – 33 Days, Exchange Email Restored – 40 Days, and RNC Personal Storage Table (PST) Search and Access Sets.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0058-F Personnel files related to Denise Gitsham 179 pages 100 pages in 58 pages in whole; whole; 21 21 pages in part pages in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for personnel files related to Denise Gitsham. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are administrative forms related to employment, copies of Gitsham’s resume, administrative printed emails, and printed emails from Gitsham regarding her preferences on various positions. These materials are from the and the White House Office of Presidential Personnel. All personally identifiable information present in these records has been withheld.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0105-F Education speeches and events on January 8- 2,168 1,249 pages, 851 pages, 55 9, 2002, including the bill signing for the No pages; 227 169 assets in assets in whole; 68 Child Left Behind Act assets whole; 68 pages, 3 assets in pages, 3 part assets in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for records related to education speeches and events on January 8-9, 2002, including the bill signing for the . The George W. Bush Presidential textual records proposed for opening are schedules, briefing papers, speech drafts, talking points, Q&As, fact sheets, printed emails, news articles, budget documents, correspondence, barcode scanning sheets, fax cover sheets, and routing memoranda. Also included are draft and final thank you letters from President George W. Bush to event participants, administrative emails and spreadsheets relating to the attendance of members of Congress and other VIPs at events, and background information on the event sites. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files, the White House Office of Speechwriting, and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary. Electronic records proposed for opening consist of speech drafts, emails containing schedules for upcoming presidential events, routine emails with attached speech drafts, emails regarding administrative details related to the bill signing, emails between White House staff and reporters wishing to gain access to presidential events or requesting interviews, and a list of the schools visited by President George W. Bush. These electronic records are from the Automated Records Management System (ARMS), OPD Shared Drive, and WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Sets.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0130-F President George W. Bush’s meetings with 259 pages 20 pages in 203 pages in talk show radio hosts on September 15, 2006 whole; 36 in whole; 36 in part and August 1, 2007 part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for materials related to President George W. Bush’s meetings with talk show radio hosts on September 15, 2006 and August 1, 2007. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are schedules and the Daily Diary for President George W. Bush, briefing papers, scheduling background material, call logs, printed emails including press releases and schedules from the White House Press Office, documents regarding meeting attendance, and Worker and Visitor Entry System (WAVES) database printouts. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files and the White House Office of Appointments and Scheduling.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0138-F Speech drafts of President George W. Bush’s 1,126 682 pages 444 pages address to Congress on September 20, 2001 pages

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for speech drafts of President George W. Bush’s address to Congress on September 20, 2001 limited to folders from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files - SP (Speeches) and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are speech drafts, printed bound copies of the speech, news articles, printed emails consisting of press releases and a Q&A with Condoleezza Rice, and a memorandum to the record and emails relating to the removal of a speech draft from the White House for display at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0140-F Remarks at the United Nations General 1,205 708 pages in 494 pages in Assembly in City on November pages whole; 3 in whole; 3 in part 10, 2001 part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for textual records regarding the remarks at the United Nations General Assembly in on November 10, 2001 limited to folders from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files - SP (Speeches), the White House Office of the Staff Secretary, and the White House Office of Speechwriting. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are speech drafts, news articles, website printouts, routing memoranda, barcode scanning sheets, and administrative emails. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files, the White House Office of the Staff Secretary, and the White House Office of Speechwriting

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0219-F List of all videos 19,432 71 pages 19,361 pages pages

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the titles of all video and/or films held by the George W. Bush Presidential Library. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening is limited to a list of tape titles. The majority of responsive tape titles are from the White House Communications Agency. Other collections include the White House Office of Cabinet Affairs, the White House Office of Chief of Staff, White House Office of Communications, Counselor's Office, Critical Infrastructure Assurance Office (CIAO), Office of Global Communications, White House Office of , White House Office of Media Affairs, Office of Laura Bush, White House Office of Political Affairs, White House Office of Strategic Initiatives, and USA Freedom Corps.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0417-F WHTV video from President George W. 19 video 2 video clips 17 video clips in Bush’s 2005 trip to Tbilisi, Georgia clips in part whole; 2 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Television video footage of President George W. Bush’s 2005 trip to Tbilisi, Georgia. The George W. Bush Presidential audiovisual records proposed for opening include 19 video clips. The footage includes routine arrivals, departures, ceremonies and meetings with leaders of Georgia. Included is an arrival ceremony, a visit to Old Town Tbilisi, a U.S. embassy greeting, a joint press availably and meeting with the President of Georgia, a roundtable with civil society leaders, a meeting with the Speaker of Parliament, and remarks by President George W. Bush to citizens of Tbilisi in Freedom Square. The audiovisual records are from the White House Communications Agency.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0012-F Photographs of the White House movie 64 assets 0 assets 64 assets screening of Varian’s War on March 7, 2001

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the photographs taken of the White House screening of Varian’s War on March 7, 2001. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush talking to and posing with guests attending the screening of the movie Varian’s War on March 7, 2001. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0016-F Photographs of the White House movie 136 assets 0 assets 136 assets screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush and guests at a dinner party in the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden prior to the movie screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001 at the White House. Also included are photos of onlookers at the South Gate and White House butlers attending to the event. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0017-F Photographs of the White House movie 121 assets 0 assets 121 assets screening of The Rookie on April 23, 2002

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of The Rookie on April 23, 2002. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush visiting with movie screening guests, including actor Dennis Quaid, at a dinner in the Booksellers’ Area of the White House. Also pictured is President George W. Bush addressing guests in the White House Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0021-F Photographs of the White House movie 84 assets 0 assets 84 assets screening of Cinderella Man on June 8, 2005

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Cinderella Man on June 8, 2005. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of guests and White House staff during a buffet dinner in the Bookseller’s Area of the White House, prior to the screening of Cinderella Man, June 8, 2005. Also pictured are guests seated inside the Family Theater awaiting the start of the movie. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0031-F Photographs of the White House movie 92 assets 0 assets 92 assets screening of Children of Glory on October 29, 2006

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Children of Glory on October 29, 2006. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of a guest receiving line with President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, the Diplomatic Reception room set for dinner, President George W. Bush with actor Tony Curtis, and guests seated inside the Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0034-F Photographs of the White House Movie 93 assets 0 assets 93 assets Screening of The Runner on September 16, 2007

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of on September 16, 2007. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of movie screening guests before the event, including The Kite Runner author Khaled Hosseini, guests seated inside the Family Theater, and a dinner in the Diplomatic Reception Room following the movie. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0036-F Photographs of the White House movie 21 assets 0 assets 21 assets screening Horton Hears a Who on March 30, 2008

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Horton Hears a Who on March 30, 2008. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of Laura Bush stopping by the White House Family Theater during a movie screening of Horton Hears a Who, March 28, 2008. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0038-F Photographs of the White House movie 52 assets 0 assets 52 assets screening of The Tale of Despereaux on January 4, 2009

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of The Tale of Despereaux on January 4, 2009. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush greeting and posing for photographs with movie screening guests outside of the White House Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0130-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 73 pages 6 pages in 57 pages in whole; Elisabeth “Betsy” DeVos part 6 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Elisabeth “Betsy” DeVos. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are lists of candidates who were appointed to positions within the George W. Bush administration, press releases, personnel selection memoranda with finalized lists of appointees, vetting documents and biographies of candidates selected for appointment to office, published speeches, and routine correspondence related to appointees. The majority of the documents relate to Elisabeth DeVos’ appointment to the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel and the White House Office of Speechwriting.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0138-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 39 pages 21 pages in 11 pages in whole; whole; 7 in 7 pages in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Sean Spicer. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are resumes, routine correspondence related to scheduling, and vetting documents for individuals who were selected for positions within the George W. Bush Administration. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel and the White House Office of Advance.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0148-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 3 pages 1 page in 2 pages in whole; Thomas “Tom” Price part 1 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Thomas “Tom” Price. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are a copy of a group photo, a copy of an autographed grip-and-grin photo sent to Tom Price by the White House, and a contact information sheet. These materials are from the White House Office of Legislative Affairs.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0168-F White House Office of Records Management 792 pages 777 pages 15 pages files related to Michael “Mike” Dubke

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Records Management files related to Michael “Mike” Dubke. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are cover sheets, routing memoranda, draft and final correspondence between and Harold Apolinsky regarding the death tax, handwritten notes, and a newspaper article regarding estate tax. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0189-F White House Office of Records Management 34 pages 18 pages in 15 pages in whole; files related to whole; 1 in 1 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Records Management files related to Glenn Greenwald. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are letters and other documents related to a potential veterans cemetery in Pennsylvania, a draft fact sheet on the White House Minnesota Conference on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, a web page printout related to Archbishop James Michael Harvey, a biography of Henry Lozano, and Karl Rove’s schedule for August 2, 2007. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0193-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 43 pages 9 pages in 26 pages in whole; George “Sonny” Perdue whole; 8 in 8 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to George “Sonny” Perdue. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are forms, vetting materials, and memoranda regarding the appointment of Perdue to the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation and the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0199-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 17 pages 0 pages 17 pages Steve Jobs

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Steve Jobs. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are a post it note, vetting materials, and internet printouts of Steve Jobs’ biographical information. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0204-F White House Office of Record Management 197 pages 60 pages in 124 pages in files related to Elon Musk whole; 13 in whole; 13 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Record Management files related to Elon Musk. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are press releases, fact sheets, briefing papers, fax cover sheets, printed email, routing slips, articles, and correspondence from individuals, organizations, and government officials to Karl Rove. Records regarding Elon Musk include a fax cover sheet, letter, and press release related to an event for the unveiling of a rocket at the Smithsonian. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0269-F Dates of President George W. Bush’s visits to 1 asset 1 asset in 1 asset in part the Crawford, Texas ranch part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the dates of President George W. Bush’s visits to the Crawford, Texas ranch. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic record proposed for opening is a Word document that contains the dates of each of President George W. Bush’s trips to his Crawford, Texas ranch that was compiled by the White House Office of Appointments and Scheduling. These materials are from the WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0387-G The impact of Hurricane Katrina on 18 pages 0 pages 18 pages individuals with disabilities

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) appeal for a report titled “The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Individuals with Disabilities” from the Domestic Policy Council, Buckland Susan - Subject files. The George W. Bush Presidential record proposed for opening upon appeal is the report titled “The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Individuals with Disabilities” from the Domestic Policy Council.

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VIA EMAIL (LM 2017-143)

October 17, 2017

Tobi Young Office of George W. Bush 2943 SMU Boulevard Dallas, TX 75205

Dear Ms. Young:

In accordance with the requirements of the Presidential Records Act (PRA), as amended, 44 U.S.C. §§2201-2209, this letter constitutes a formal notice from the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA) to you, as former President George W. Bush’s representative, of our intent to open George W. Bush Presidential records. These records were processed under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests described in Attachment A.

These records, consisting of 80,937 pages, 4,689 assets, and 19 video clips, have been reviewed for the six PRA Presidential restrictive categories, including confidential communications requesting or submitting advice (P5) and material related to appointments to federal office (P2), as they were eased by President George W. Bush on November 15, 2010. These pages were also reviewed for all applicable FOIA exemptions. As a result of this review, NARA has restricted 12,560 pages and 2,522 assets withheld in whole and 3,603 pages, 195 assets, and 2 video clips withheld in part. NARA is proposing to open the remaining 64,774 pages, 1,972 assets and 17 video clips in whole and 3,603 pages, 195 assets, and 2 video clips in part that do not require closure under 44 U.S.C. § 2204. A copy of any records proposed for release under this notice will be made available to you upon your request.

We are also concurrently informing the incumbent President of our intent to release these George W. Bush Presidential records. Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2208(a), NARA will release the records 60 working days from the date of this letter, which is January 15, 2018, unless the former or incumbent President requests a one-time extension of an additional 30 working days or asserts a constitutionally based privilege, in accordance with 44 U.S.C. 2208(b)-(d). Please let us know if you are able to complete your review before the expiration of the 60 working day period. Pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 2208(a)(1)(B), we will make this notice available to the public on the NARA website.

If you have any questions relating to this notification, please contact me at (202) 357-5144 or NARA General Counsel, Gary M. Stern, at (301) 837-3026.

Sincerely,

B. JOHN LASTER DIRECTOR Presidential Materials Division

Enclosure

ATTACHMENT A

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0010-P White House Office of Records Management 14 pages 11 pages 3 pages Subject files—DI002 (Natural Disasters) [segment thereof]

The George W. Bush Library has completed the systematic processing of records from the White House Office of Records Management Subject files – DI002 (Natural Disasters) [segment thereof]. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening include a barcode scanning sheet, a tab, and an administrative handwritten note.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0011-P USA Freedom Corps - Grace Ohlhaut, 454 pages 32 pages in 364 in whole; Subject files whole; 58 58 in part pages in part

The George W. Bush Presidential Library has completed the systematic processing of records from USA Freedom Corps – Grace Ohlhaut – Subject files. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are printed emails, draft and final briefings for White House events, draft scheduling proposals, information sheets, White House Visitor Entry System (WAVES) appointment confirmations, handwritten notes, talking points, event agendas, fact sheets, press releases, and printed booklets and information. Documents related to events at the White House for Big Brothers Big Sisters, biographical information on the Boys and Girls Clubs’ youths of the year for 2008, and draft reports regarding the Citizen Corps are included. In addition, many documents provided by various non-governmental organizations related to volunteering are present.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0216-F[1] Records sent to, by, or received by President 51,896 7,871 pages 40,956 pages in George W. Bush concerning certain Cabinet pages in whole; whole; 3,069 members 3,069 pages pages in part in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all records sent to, sent by, or received by President George W. Bush concerning certain Cabinet members. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening include correspondence to/from President George W. Bush and to/from various cabinet members, presidential schedules and briefing memoranda, speech drafts, presidential message drafts, policy memoranda to President George W. Bush, and personnel records. Most of the records proposed for opening in this segment concern Andrew Card, Alberto Gonzales, or Condoleezza Rice. These materials come from the White House Office of

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Records Management the White House Office of Chief of Staff, the White House Counsel’s Office, and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0501-F Emails between Edward Lazear and the 677 assets 300 assets in 307 assets in Domestic Policy Council, National Economic whole; whole; Council, and the Department of the Treasury 70 in part 70 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for emails between Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisors, Edward Lazear, and the Domestic Policy Council, National Economic Council, and the Department of the Treasury. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are financial market update reports, routine administrative memoranda regarding program reviews, and scheduling emails. These materials are from the Exchange Email Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0531-F Records regarding HIV/AIDS from Mrs. 2,988 921 pages, 1,755 pages, 87 Bush’s trip to South Africa, Rwanda, and pages; 379 252 assets in assets in whole; Tanzania in July 2005 assets whole; 312 312 pages, 40 pages, 40 assets in part assets in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for records regarding HIV/AIDS from Mrs. Bush’s trip to South Africa, Rwanda, and Tanzania in July 2005. The George W. Bush Presidential textual records proposed for opening are schedules, briefing papers, schedule proposals, site surveys, printed emails, articles, maps, internet printouts, published materials, talking points, Q&As, pool reports, fact sheets, handwritten notes, thank you letters, copies of signed photos, cables, maps, lists, fax cover sheets, receipts, forms, and other administrative documents. There are numerous versions of schedules for Mrs. Bush’s travels from July 8-15, 2005, scheduling proposals and background materials on the various organizations visited during the trip, and other administrative prep materials related to the planning of the trip such as scheduling information for the site survey team and menus for air travel. Also included are printed administrative emails and documentation regarding Rick and Kay Warren and Cherie Blair’s travels to Africa at the same time as Mrs. Bush’s. Draft and final letters to the editor of AllAfrica.com from Kristen Silverberg regarding Mrs. Bush’s comments about the ABC model of HIV prevention are also present. Lastly, there are schedules, Q&As, administrative documents, and other background materials related to President George W. Bush and Laura Bush’s travel to the G-8 Summit in Gleneagles, Scotland, as Mrs. Bush left for Africa directly from this event. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files and the Office of Laura Bush. Electronic records proposed for opening consist of emails that contain press schedules, final drafts of speeches delivered on the trip, news articles with commentary, transcripts of Mrs. Bush’s remarks and an interview with Ann Curry for the TODAY Show, pool reports, speeches delivered by Ambassador Randall Tobias regarding HIV/AIDS, interview requests from reporters, and briefing papers for trip events. There are emails

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requesting the posting of transcripts of remarks and photographs with captions on the White House website, copies of the transcripts and photos, as well as status reports on the website update. Also included is an email discussing the ability of the Treasury Department to provide briefing materials and a response from a staff member in Mrs. Bush’s Office. Documents from the shared drives include a list of individuals to thank, press proposals, and spreadsheets containing photo captions for the White House website. These electronic records are from the Exchange Email, NSC Shared Drive, OA Shared Drive, and WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Sets.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2014-0559-F Emails regarding Payday Lending, Rent-A- 2,742 1,801 assets 860 assets in Bank, or Shadow Lending assets in whole; 81 whole; 81 assets in assets in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for emails regarding payday lending, rent-a-bank, or shadow banking, limited to correspondence between government agencies. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are routine and administrative emails including press releases, news articles, newsletters, reports, transmittal messages, fact sheets, requests for information, speeches, legislation, presentations, meeting and conference call planning, blank questionnaires, vetting information, and talking points. Also included are various individuals’ testimony before Congress, lists of actions that the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) have taken against abusive lenders, a retirement announcement from the 28th Comptroller of Currency Jerry Hawke, background information on members of Congress for meeting preparations, letters and comments from non-government groups regarding policies or legislation, a memorandum from the Congressional Committee on Oversight and Government Reform announcing the scheduling of a hearing related to White House Procedures for Safeguarding Classified Information, a list of organizations that could participate in a financial literacy program, a copy of the budget submission of the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) to Congress, planning material related to a meeting of the Transatlantic Consumers Dialogue (TACD), Department of Commerce summaries of financial forecaster’s views, news article compilations created for various purposes, Congressional Research Services reports and other published articles, HTML files for upload to government websites, and box inventories for records retired to the White House Office of Records Management. These materials are from the Automated Records Management System (ARMS), Exchange Email, Exchange Email Restored – 21 Days, Exchange Email Restored – 33 Days, Exchange Email Restored – 40 Days, and RNC Personal Storage Table (PST) Search and Access Sets.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0058-F Personnel files related to Denise Gitsham 179 pages 100 pages in 58 pages in whole; whole; 21 21 pages in part pages in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for personnel files related to Denise Gitsham. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are administrative forms related to employment, copies of Gitsham’s resume, administrative printed emails, and printed emails from Gitsham regarding her preferences on various positions. These materials are from the Office of Administration and the White House Office of Presidential Personnel. All personally identifiable information present in these records has been withheld.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0105-F Education speeches and events on January 8- 2,168 1,249 pages, 851 pages, 55 9, 2002, including the bill signing for the No pages; 227 169 assets in assets in whole; 68 Child Left Behind Act assets whole; 68 pages, 3 assets in pages, 3 part assets in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for records related to education speeches and events on January 8-9, 2002, including the bill signing for the No Child Left Behind Act. The George W. Bush Presidential textual records proposed for opening are schedules, briefing papers, speech drafts, talking points, Q&As, fact sheets, printed emails, news articles, budget documents, correspondence, barcode scanning sheets, fax cover sheets, and routing memoranda. Also included are draft and final thank you letters from President George W. Bush to event participants, administrative emails and spreadsheets relating to the attendance of members of Congress and other VIPs at events, and background information on the event sites. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files, the White House Office of Speechwriting, and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary. Electronic records proposed for opening consist of speech drafts, emails containing schedules for upcoming presidential events, routine emails with attached speech drafts, emails regarding administrative details related to the bill signing, emails between White House staff and reporters wishing to gain access to presidential events or requesting interviews, and a list of the schools visited by President George W. Bush. These electronic records are from the Automated Records Management System (ARMS), OPD Shared Drive, and WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Sets.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0130-F President George W. Bush’s meetings with 259 pages 20 pages in 203 pages in talk show radio hosts on September 15, 2006 whole; 36 in whole; 36 in part and August 1, 2007 part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for materials related to President George W. Bush’s meetings with talk show radio hosts on September 15, 2006 and August 1, 2007. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are schedules and the Daily Diary for President George W. Bush, briefing papers, scheduling background material, call logs, printed emails including press releases and schedules from the White House Press Office, documents regarding meeting attendance, and Worker and Visitor Entry System (WAVES) database printouts. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files and the White House Office of Appointments and Scheduling.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0138-F Speech drafts of President George W. Bush’s 1,126 682 pages 444 pages address to Congress on September 20, 2001 pages

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for speech drafts of President George W. Bush’s address to Congress on September 20, 2001 limited to folders from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files - SP (Speeches) and the White House Office of the Staff Secretary. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are speech drafts, printed bound copies of the speech, news articles, printed emails consisting of press releases and a Q&A with Condoleezza Rice, and a memorandum to the record and emails relating to the removal of a speech draft from the White House for display at the George H. W. Bush Presidential Library. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0140-F Remarks at the United Nations General 1,205 708 pages in 494 pages in Assembly in New York City on November pages whole; 3 in whole; 3 in part 10, 2001 part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for textual records regarding the remarks at the United Nations General Assembly in New York City on November 10, 2001 limited to folders from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files - SP (Speeches), the White House Office of the Staff Secretary, and the White House Office of Speechwriting. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are speech drafts, news articles, website printouts, routing memoranda, barcode scanning sheets, and administrative emails. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files, the White House Office of the Staff Secretary, and the White House Office of Speechwriting

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0219-F List of all videos 19,432 71 pages 19,361 pages pages

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the titles of all video and/or films held by the George W. Bush Presidential Library. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening is limited to a list of tape titles. The majority of responsive tape titles are from the White House Communications Agency. Other collections include the White House Office of Cabinet Affairs, the White House Office of Chief of Staff, White House Office of Communications, Counselor's Office, Critical Infrastructure Assurance Office (CIAO), Office of Global Communications, White House Office of Homeland Security, White House Office of Media Affairs, Office of Laura Bush, White House Office of Political Affairs, White House Office of Strategic Initiatives, and USA Freedom Corps.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2016-0417-F WHTV video from President George W. 19 video 2 video clips 17 video clips in Bush’s 2005 trip to Tbilisi, Georgia clips in part whole; 2 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Television video footage of President George W. Bush’s 2005 trip to Tbilisi, Georgia. The George W. Bush Presidential audiovisual records proposed for opening include 19 video clips. The footage includes routine arrivals, departures, ceremonies and meetings with leaders of Georgia. Included is an arrival ceremony, a visit to Old Town Tbilisi, a U.S. embassy greeting, a joint press availably and meeting with the President of Georgia, a roundtable with civil society leaders, a meeting with the Speaker of Parliament, and remarks by President George W. Bush to citizens of Tbilisi in Freedom Square. The audiovisual records are from the White House Communications Agency.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0012-F Photographs of the White House movie 64 assets 0 assets 64 assets screening of Varian’s War on March 7, 2001

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the photographs taken of the White House screening of Varian’s War on March 7, 2001. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening are photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush talking to and posing with guests attending the screening of the movie Varian’s War on March 7, 2001. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0016-F Photographs of the White House movie 136 assets 0 assets 136 assets screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush and guests at a dinner party in the Jacqueline Kennedy Garden prior to the movie screening of Submerged on May 16, 2001 at the White House. Also included are photos of onlookers at the South Gate and White House butlers attending to the event. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0017-F Photographs of the White House movie 121 assets 0 assets 121 assets screening of The Rookie on April 23, 2002

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of The Rookie on April 23, 2002. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush visiting with movie screening guests, including actor Dennis Quaid, at a dinner in the Booksellers’ Area of the White House. Also pictured is President George W. Bush addressing guests in the White House Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0021-F Photographs of the White House movie 84 assets 0 assets 84 assets screening of Cinderella Man on June 8, 2005

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Cinderella Man on June 8, 2005. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of guests and White House staff during a buffet dinner in the Bookseller’s Area of the White House, prior to the screening of Cinderella Man, June 8, 2005. Also pictured are guests seated inside the Family Theater awaiting the start of the movie. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0031-F Photographs of the White House movie 92 assets 0 assets 92 assets screening of Children of Glory on October 29, 2006

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Children of Glory on October 29, 2006. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of a guest receiving line with President George W. Bush and Laura Bush, the Diplomatic Reception room set for dinner, President George W. Bush with actor Tony Curtis, and guests seated inside the Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0034-F Photographs of the White House Movie 93 assets 0 assets 93 assets Screening of The Kite Runner on September 16, 2007

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of The Kite Runner on September 16, 2007. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of movie screening guests before the event, including The Kite Runner author Khaled Hosseini, guests seated inside the Family Theater, and a dinner in the Diplomatic Reception Room following the movie. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0036-F Photographs of the White House movie 21 assets 0 assets 21 assets screening Horton Hears a Who on March 30, 2008

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of Horton Hears a Who on March 30, 2008. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of Laura Bush stopping by the White House Family Theater during a movie screening of Horton Hears a Who, March 28, 2008. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0038-F Photographs of the White House movie 52 assets 0 assets 52 assets screening of The Tale of Despereaux on January 4, 2009

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all photographs associated with the White House movie screening of The Tale of Despereaux on January 4, 2009. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic records proposed for opening include photographs of President George W. Bush and Laura Bush greeting and posing for photographs with movie screening guests outside of the White House Family Theater. These materials are from the White House Photo System – Presidential Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0130-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 73 pages 6 pages in 57 pages in whole; Elisabeth “Betsy” DeVos part 6 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Elisabeth “Betsy” DeVos. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are lists of candidates who were appointed to positions within the George W. Bush administration, press releases, personnel selection memoranda with finalized lists of appointees, vetting documents and biographies of candidates selected for appointment to office, published speeches, and routine correspondence related to appointees. The majority of the documents relate to Elisabeth DeVos’ appointment to the Board of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel and the White House Office of Speechwriting.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0138-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 39 pages 21 pages in 11 pages in whole; Sean Spicer whole; 7 in 7 pages in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Sean Spicer. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are resumes, routine correspondence related to scheduling, and vetting documents for individuals who were selected for positions within the George W. Bush Administration. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel and the White House Office of Advance.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0148-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 3 pages 1 page in 2 pages in whole; Thomas “Tom” Price part 1 in part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Thomas “Tom” Price. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are a copy of a group photo, a copy of an autographed grip-and-grin photo sent to Tom Price by the White House, and a contact information sheet. These materials are from the White House Office of Legislative Affairs.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0168-F White House Office of Records Management 792 pages 777 pages 15 pages files related to Michael “Mike” Dubke

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Records Management files related to Michael “Mike” Dubke. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are cover sheets, routing memoranda, draft and final correspondence between Karl Rove and Harold Apolinsky regarding the death tax, handwritten notes, and a newspaper article regarding estate tax. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0189-F White House Office of Records Management 34 pages 18 pages in 15 pages in whole; files related to Glenn Greenwald whole; 1 in 1 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Records Management files related to Glenn Greenwald. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are letters and other documents related to a potential veterans cemetery in Pennsylvania, a draft fact sheet on the White House Minnesota Conference on Faith-Based and Community Initiatives, a web page printout related to Archbishop James Michael Harvey, a biography of Henry Lozano, and Karl Rove’s schedule for August 2, 2007. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0193-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 43 pages 9 pages in 26 pages in whole; George “Sonny” Perdue whole; 8 in 8 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to George “Sonny” Perdue. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are forms, vetting materials, and memoranda regarding the appointment of Perdue to the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation and the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0199-F Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to 17 pages 0 pages 17 pages Steve Jobs

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for all Staff Member Office files (SMOF) related to Steve Jobs. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are a post it note, vetting materials, and internet printouts of Steve Jobs’ biographical information. These materials are from the White House Office of Presidential Personnel.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0204-F White House Office of Record Management 197 pages 60 pages in 124 pages in files related to Elon Musk whole; 13 in whole; 13 in part part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for White House Office of Record Management files related to Elon Musk. The George W. Bush Presidential records proposed for opening are press releases, fact sheets, briefing papers, fax cover sheets, printed email, routing slips, articles, and correspondence from individuals, organizations, and government officials to Karl Rove. Records regarding Elon Musk include a fax cover sheet, letter, and press release related to an event for the unveiling of a rocket at the Smithsonian. These materials are from the White House Office of Records Management Subject Files.

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Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0269-F Dates of President George W. Bush’s visits to 1 asset 1 asset in 1 asset in part the Crawford, Texas ranch part

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request for the dates of President George W. Bush’s visits to the Crawford, Texas ranch. The George W. Bush Presidential electronic record proposed for opening is a Word document that contains the dates of each of President George W. Bush’s trips to his Crawford, Texas ranch that was compiled by the White House Office of Appointments and Scheduling. These materials are from the WHO Shared Drive Search and Access Set.

Case Number Topic Material Material Material Processed Restricted Proposed for Opening 2017-0387-G The impact of Hurricane Katrina on 18 pages 0 pages 18 pages individuals with disabilities

This researcher submitted a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) appeal for a report titled “The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Individuals with Disabilities” from the Domestic Policy Council, Buckland Susan - Subject files. The George W. Bush Presidential record proposed for opening upon appeal is the report titled “The Impact of Hurricane Katrina on Individuals with Disabilities” from the Domestic Policy Council.

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