Office of Congressional Affairs
Email: oca@fbi.gov
The Office of Congressional Affairs (OCA) is the FBI’s primary liaison to Congress. Its goal is to enhance Congressional confidence in the FBI by highlighting FBI accomplishments, missions, investigative authorities, values, threats, and challenges.
Information on frequently asked constituent-related requests OCA works to help address:
How can I submit a tip about a federal crime or report a threat?
I would like to report an online scam, fraud, or crime.
- Learn about the FBI’s nationwide ‘Take a Beat’ campaign to increase awareness of online scams
How do I contact my local field office?
I would like to receive my identity history summary ("rap sheet").
DHS Traveler Redress Inquiry Program (DHS TRIP): For individuals who have had difficulties during travel screenings at transportation hubs such as airports or U.S. borders
For congressional service staff only: If your request is not covered by the above, or if you need further assistance, email oca@fbi.gov.
Responses will only be provided to official requests made by a congressional office. For all other FBI matters, visit the links above.
By Department of Justice policy, all constituent requests must include a signed letter accompanied with a privacy release. Address letters to:
Patrick Findlay
Assistant Director
Office of Congressional Affairs
Federal Bureau of Investigation
935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20535-0001
