The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) was strengthened in 1974 over President Ford's veto to:
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Correct answer: Give citizens greater access to records maintained by federal agencies
Post-Watergate reforms focused on government transparency. The strengthened FOIA allowed the public to hold the government accountable by requesting access to previously hidden information.
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