FOIA Request to Nevada State Executive – Secretary of State regarding records involving CATL entities and Tesla Gigafactory on September 26, 2025.
A formal request has been submitted to the Nevada State Executive – Secretary of State by Eagle Valley Times under the Nevada Open Records Act § 239 et seq. The request seeks access to various records from January 1, 2022, to the present concerning CATL, CATL USA, Contemporary Amperex Technology, or their subcontractors at the Tesla Gigafactory (Gigafactory 1).
The specific documents requested include business licenses issued to these entities, employment contracts or temporary work permits involving them, and contractor or subcontractor filings. Additionally, building permits or site permits related to CATL’s affiliates or battery technology labor at the Gigafactory are also sought.
The request emphasizes a preference for receiving these records in electronic format. The requester has expressed willingness to discuss the scope of the request if necessary and has highlighted their role as a media professional involved in gathering and reporting news. They have also requested a fee waiver due to their status as a member of the media.
This request is supported by The Coalition Opposing Governmental Secrecy, a non-profit organization that aids media companies and public advocacy groups in investigating governmental agencies through Freedom of Information and Sunshine Laws. More information about this organization can be found on their website: https://stopsecrecy.org/about/.
Our team will continue to keep you updated as we gather and report news related to this request and other matters of public interest. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further clarification regarding this matter.
