This final rule amends HUD's Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regulations in their entirety. It implements the statutory requirements of the Electronic Freedom of Information Act (EFOIA) and makes various streamlining and organizational changes to improve the clarity of the regulatory text. Additionally, this rule incorporates a plain language approach to regulatory drafting by adopting a written style that promotes responsive, accessible and understandable written communication. This rule follows the publication of a July 10, 2000 proposed rule and takes into consideration the public comments received on the proposed rule.