Illinois (ECWd) –The Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity is the state agency that, according to their website, “works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.”We submitted a simple Freedom of Information Act request for three items on January 6, 2026. A copy of the completed Open Meetings Act training certificates for all board members. A copy of the completed Freedom of Information Act training certificates for all FOIA officers and any designated alternative FOIA officers. As Legal Counsel for IDES, I would urge a review of the Freedom of Information Act provisions related to response to FOIA timelines and applicable exemptions. You can download or review the FOIA response from DCEO at this link or view below.