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ESP-16-03-05

Reference Report
Office of the Secretary: Evaluation of Email Records Management and Cybersecurity Requirements
Recommendation Number
5
Recommendation Contents
Closed Implemented Significant
Closed Date
Issued Date

The Office of the Secretary, Executive Secretariat, should work with the Office of Information Programs and Services to ensure that all departing officials within its purview, including the Secretary of State, sign a separation form (DS-109) certifying that they have surrendered all Federal records and classified or administratively controlled documents. In addition, staff should ensure that all incoming officials within its purview, including the Secretary, are thoroughly briefed on their records preservation and retention responsibilities, including records contained on personal email accounts.

Recommendation Owner
DOS DOS
Action Office
Executive Secretariat
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