Info Request

Use this template to file Open Public Records Act (OPRA) requests with New Jersey state agencies.

💡 How to Use This Template

  1. Fill in your personal information below (name, email, phone, optional address).
  2. Click "Copy Template" to copy the completed request to your clipboard.
  3. Send one email per agency to their OPRA address listed below.
  4. Keep the subject line the same — it clearly identifies it as an OPRA request.
  5. Agencies must respond within 7 business days, but complex requests may take longer.

Your Information

OPRA Request Template

Subject: OPRA Request – 2025 Grants, Funding, Program Outcomes, and Tax Data

Dear OPRA Custodian,

Pursuant to the Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.), I am requesting copies of all public records for calendar year 2025 related to the following categories:

1. **NJEDA – Economic Development Grants**
   - All state-funded grants awarded to businesses, non-profits, childcare centers, and innovation/startup programs.
   - Include recipient names, award amounts, award dates, grant purpose, program name, supporting approval documentation, and any internal reporting on outcomes.

2. **NJDOE – Education Grants**
   - All K-12, dual enrollment, literacy, and other education-related grants.
   - Include district or school names, award amounts, students served, program outcomes, and any evaluation or performance reports.

3. **Treasury / Division of Taxation – State Taxes**
   - Detailed revenue reports for all state taxes collected in 2025 (income, sales, corporate, property, and other taxes).
   - Records showing allocation/disbursement of tax revenue to each program, department, or category.

4. **DCA – Local and Municipal Grants**
   - All grants and funding provided to municipalities, recreation programs, infrastructure projects, and community initiatives.
   - Include amounts, recipients, purpose, and completion status of projects.

5. **NJBPU – Infrastructure & Utility Grants**
   - All broadband, energy, and utility-related grant programs.
   - Include recipients, award amounts, locations served, completion status, and infrastructure outcomes.

I request that these records be provided in **electronic format (Excel, CSV, PDF, or similar)** if possible. If any portion of this request is denied, please cite the specific statutory exemption justifying the denial.

Thank you for your assistance.

Sincerely,  
[Your Full Name]  
[Your Address – Optional]  
[Your Email Address]  
[Your Phone Number]

Agency Contact Emails (Official OPRA Custodians)

NJEDA – Economic Development Authority

Business grants, childcare facilities, innovation programs

Email:opra@njeda.com
Send Email

NJDOE – Department of Education

K-12 grants, literacy programs, education funding

Email:opra@doe.nj.gov
Send Email

Treasury / Division of Taxation

Tax revenue data, collections, allocations

Email:opra@treas.nj.gov
Send Email

DCA – Department of Community Affairs

Municipal grants, recreation, infrastructure

Email:opra@dca.nj.gov
Send Email

NJBPU – Board of Public Utilities

Broadband, energy, utility grants

Email:opra@bpu.nj.gov
Send Email

⚠️ Important Notes

  • Send one email per agency to their specific OPRA address.
  • Keep the subject line exactly as shown: "OPRA Request – 2025 Grants, Funding, Program Outcomes, and Tax Data"
  • Agencies must respond within 7 business days under NJ law.
  • Complex requests may take longer, but agencies must provide a timeline.
  • If any portion is denied, agencies must cite the specific statutory exemption.
  • You can request records in electronic format (Excel, CSV, PDF).

This template is based on the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.). For more information, visit the official OPRA website.