Page 4 of Barr report is interesting. Basically says that the full report will be released except for the bits that need to be hidden for grand jury purposes…
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37,040-41 (July 9. 1999). As I have previously stated, however, I am mindful of the public interest
in this matter, For that reason. my goål and intent is to release as much of the Special Counsel's
report as I can consistent with applicable law. regulations. and Departmental policies.
Based on my discussions with the Special Counsel and my initial review, it is apparent that
the report contains material that is or could bc subject to Federal Rule of Criminal Procedure 6(e),
which imposes restrictions on the use and disclosure of infortnation relating to "matter(s) occurring
before lal grand jury," Fed. R. Crim. P. Rule generally limits disclosureofcertain
grand jury information in a criminal investigation and prosecution. ld. Disclosure of6(e) material
beyond the str'ict limits set forth in the rule is a crime in certain circumstances. See. e.g., 18 U.S.C.
401 This restriction protects the integrity of grand jury proceedings and ensures that the
unique and invaluable investigative powers of a grand jury are used strictly for their intended
criminal justice function.
Given these restrictions. the schedule for processing the remyrt depends in part on how
quickly the Department can identify the 6(c) material that by law cannot be made public. j have
requested the assistance of the St:wcial Counsel in identifying all 6(e) information contained in the
report as quickly as B)ssible. Separately, I also must identify any information that could impact
other ongoing matters. including those that the Special Counsel has referred to other offices. As
soon as that process is complete. I will be in a g»sition to move forward expeditiously in
determining what can be released in light of applicable law; regulations, and Departmental
policies.
As observed in my initial m»tification, the Special Counsel regulations provide that "the
Attomey General may determine that public release of' notifications to your respective
Committees "would be in the public interest'" 28 C.F.R. 600.9(c). I have so determined. and I
will disclose this letter to the public aner delivering it to you.
Sincerely,
William P. Bart
Attorney General
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