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  "agency": "Senate Office of Public Records",
  "title": "Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records",
  "first_date": "2024-10-17",
  "last_date": "2025-02-07",
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      "when": "2024-10-17 10:31:32",
      "file": "2024-10-17T10_31_32.438719 Communication.txt",
      "text": "To Whom It May Concern:\n\nPursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:\n\nFreedom of Information Officers\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records\n\nDear Freedom of Information Officers,\n\nI am writing to formally request access to all records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C.  552) and relevant Connecticut state laws, specifically related to the Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program. This information is critical to my participation in the oversight and administration of this program.\n\nIn accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.  794) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C.  12101 et seq.), I am requesting accommodations due to my condition. I respectfully request that all records be provided electronically via email, as opposed to portals or complex delivery methods, to ensure full and equal access to the information.\n\nScope of Request:\nLegislative Records:\n\nAll bills, amendments, resolutions, legislative proposals, and legislative history related to the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nVoting records of all state and federal legislators on any legislation affecting the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nMinutes, transcripts, and audio/video recordings of meetings, hearings, or discussions where the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program was a topic.\nPublic Records:\n\nComprehensive reports, studies, assessments, and evaluations on the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nBudget allocations, financial statements, expenditure reports, and audit results related to the program, pursuant to Connecticut Budget Transparency Laws (C.G.S.  4-66 and related sections).\nAll contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and intergovernmental agreements involving the administration or management of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nCorrespondence:\n\nAll emails, letters, and other forms of communication, including internal and external, regarding the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nInternal memoranda, briefing documents, policy directives, and decision-making correspondence related to the oversight and implementation of the program.\nPersonnel Records:\n\nNon-confidential employment records, including job descriptions, resumes, and performance evaluations, of individuals involved in the administration and oversight of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. This request is consistent with the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C.  552a), which protects confidential personal data.\nOrganizational charts detailing the structure and personnel responsible for managing the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program within relevant state and federal agencies.\nProgram Information:\n\nAll guidelines, protocols, procedural documents, and compliance reviews governing the operation of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, as mandated by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regulations (42 CFR  440.180) for home and community-based services waiver programs.\nImplementation plans, performance metrics, outcome reports, and evaluation summaries regarding the effectiveness of the program.\nComprehensive data sets related to enrollment, utilization, demographic information, and outcomes of beneficiaries participating in the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nSpecial Requests:\nExpedited Processing: Pursuant to Executive Order 13392, which mandates the improvement of agency disclosure processes, and the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C.  552), I request expedited processing of this FOIA request due to the public interest and personal impact of the information.\n\nElectronic Records: In compliance with my rights under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA, I request that all records be provided in electronic format and sent directly to my email address. This will ensure that I can access the information without unnecessary barriers or delays.\n\nFee Waiver Request:\nI request a waiver of all fees associated with this FOIA request under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(A)(iii). This request is made in the public interest and not for commercial use. The disclosure of the requested information will significantly contribute to public understanding of government operations, particularly concerning the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, which impacts a vulnerable population. Additionally, due to my condition, as covered by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a fee waiver will ensure equitable access to this important information.\n\nRelevant Laws:\nThis FOIA request, and the accommodations I am requesting, are governed by the following laws and regulations:\n\nFreedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C.  552)  Governing the right to request access to federal records.\nAmericans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C.  12101 et seq.)  Ensuring equal access for individuals with disabilities, including in communication.\nSection 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C.  794)  Prohibiting discrimination based on disability in programs receiving federal funding.\nPrivacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C.  552a)  Protecting personal privacy in records maintained by federal agencies.\nMedicaid Statute (Title XIX of the Social Security Act) (42 U.S.C.  1396 et seq.)  Governing Medicaid programs, including waivers like the ABI Waiver.\nConnecticut Freedom of Information Act (C.G.S.  1-200 to 1-242)  Governing the right to request access to state records.\nConnecticut Budget Transparency Laws (C.G.S.  4-66)  Requiring public disclosure of state budget allocations and financial reports.\nCMS Regulations (42 CFR  440.180)  Governing the administration of home and community-based services waiver programs, including the ABI Waiver.\nExecutive Order 13392 (\"Improving Agency Disclosure of Information\")  Mandating federal agencies to improve FOIA processing.\nNon-Waiver of Rights:\nThis request does not waive any rights I may have under FOIA, the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, or any other applicable law, and I reserve all rights regarding this matter.\n\nThank you for your prompt attention to this request and for accommodating my needs.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nABI Resources\n\nDepartments of Submission:\nState of Connecticut Agencies:\nConnecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nEmail: foia.dss@ct.gov\nDepartment: Department of Social Services\n\nConnecticut Office of the Attorney General\nEmail: attorney.general@ct.gov\nDepartment: Office of the Attorney General\n\nConnecticut General Assembly (CGA)\nEmail: foia@cga.ct.gov\nDepartment: Connecticut General Assembly\n\nConnecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM)\nEmail: opm.foia@ct.gov\nDepartment: Office of Policy and Management\n\nConnecticut Department of Public Health (DPH)\nEmail: dph.foi@ct.gov\nDepartment: Department of Public Health\n\nFederal Agencies:\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nEmail: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov\nDepartment: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n\nCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\nDepartment: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services\n\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nEmail: foia.requests@usdoj.gov\nDepartment: U.S. Department of Justice\n\nU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)\nEmail: foiarequests@hud.gov\nDepartment: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\n\nU.S. Department of Labor (DOL)\nEmail: foiarequests@dol.gov\nDepartment: U.S. Department of Labor\n\nFederal Trade Commission (FTC)\nEmail: FOIA@ftc.gov\nDepartment: Federal Trade Commission\n\nThe requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.\n\nIn the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.\n\nThank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 20 business days, as the statute requires.\n\nSincerely,\n\nDAVID MEDEIROS"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-10-21 09:51:28",
      "file": "2024-10-21T09_51_28 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Hello and thank you for your email.\n\n\nThe Office of Public Records does not maintain records that pertain to the information requested. The Senator offices of Connecticut, Senator Murphy and Senator Blumenthal, may be able to provide further assistance with your request. Congress.gov could also be a resource in your inquiry.\n\n\nSincerely,\n\n\nTricia Garrett\nOffice of Public Records\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, DC 20510-7116\nLobby Line: (202) 224-0758\nMain Line: (202) 224-0322\nFax: 202-224-1851\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov<mailto:lobby@sec.senate.gov>\n\nHow are we doing? Click here to give us your Feedback<http://www.senate.gov/legislative/Public_Disclosure/feedback_form.htm>."
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-01 06:33:34",
      "file": "2024-11-01T06_33_34.131665 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Subject: FOIA Appeal  Comprehensive Request for Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program Records\nRequest Reference: FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records\n\nTo the FOIA Appeals Officer,\n\nI am submitting this appeal concerning my FOIA request to the Senate Office of Public Records for comprehensive records related to the Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program. The response I received indicated that the Office of Public Records does not maintain relevant documents and suggested that I reach out to the offices of Senators Murphy and Blumenthal or consult Congress.gov.\n\nBasis for Appeal\nThis appeal serves to clarify the scope of my request and ensure it is fully processed by the appropriate Senate offices. I am specifically seeking records and legislative information related to the administration, funding, and oversight of the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, a federally supported program essential to healthcare services for individuals with acquired brain injuries.\n\nScope Clarification:\nI am requesting all legislative records, public correspondence, and interagency communications regarding the ABI Waiver Program from the Senate, including any discussions or considerations that may pertain to Medicaid funding for Connecticut, related policies, or CMS guidelines.\n\nReferral Confirmation and Additional Guidance:\nWhile I understand that the Office of Public Records may not retain all records associated with this request, I would appreciate confirmation if further referrals or coordination with additional offices, such as CMS or HHS, are necessary to fulfill the scope. Additionally, if other committees, such as the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, might hold relevant records, I would appreciate guidance on pursuing those records.\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing:\nGiven the urgent nature of this information for public oversight and Medicaid accountability, I renew my request for expedited processing to ensure timely access.\n\nRelief Requested\nI respectfully request a comprehensive review and any necessary referrals to ensure all relevant records are located, including coordination with other Senate offices that may possess legislative records or correspondence related to the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\n\nBasic Accommodation Requests\nIn compliance with the ADA and Rehabilitation Act, I request the following basic accommodations:\n\nEmail-Only Communication: Please send all correspondence solely via email to AabiWR@live.com, as alternative communication methods create accessibility challenges.\nResponse Language in Email Body: Include the full substantive response in the body of the email, as attachments may limit accessibility.\nIdentification of Representatives: Kindly include the full names, titles, and direct contact information of any officers handling my request.\nAvoidance of Portals or External Links: Please avoid directing me to external portals or websites, ensuring direct access to all information within the email.\nThank you for your attention to this appeal. Please feel free to reach out via AabiWR@live.com for any further clarification needed to facilitate the requests fulfillment.\n\nSincerely,\n\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder & Owner, ABI Resources\n39 Kings HWY STE C\nGales Ferry, Connecticut, 06335\nAabiWR@live.com"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-15 13:19:15",
      "file": "2024-11-15T13_19_15.931117 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Good Afternoon,\n\nPlease see the attached in response to your inquiry.\n\nSincerely,\n\nTricia Garrett\nOffice of Public Records\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, DC 20510-7116\nLobby Line: (202) 224-0758\nMain Line: (202) 224-0322\nFax: 202-224-1851\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov<mailto:lobby@sec.senate.gov>\n\nHow are we doing? Click here to give us your Feedback<http://www.senate.gov/legislative/Public_Disclosure/feedback_form.htm>.\n"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-15 14:42:18",
      "file": "2024-11-15T14_42_18.871833 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Secretary, Lobby (Secretary) would like to recall the message, \"Freedom of Information Act Request: Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Senate Office of Public Records)\".\n"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-15 20:18:53",
      "file": "2024-11-15T20_18_53.536818 Communication.txt",
      "text": "David Medeiros  \nABI Resources  \n39 Kings Highway, Suite C  \nGales Ferry, CT 06335  \nDate: November 15, 2024  \n\nSubject: Appeal for Comprehensive Access to Congressional Records Related to Medicaid ABI Waiver Program  \n\nTo:  \nTricia Garrett  \nOffice of Public Records  \nUnited States Senate  \n232 Hart Senate Office Building  \nWashington, DC 20510-7116  \nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov  \n\nCC:  \nOffice of Government Information Services  \nNational Archives and Records Administration  \n8601 Adelphi Road  \nCollege Park, MD 20740-6001  \nEmail: ogis@nara.gov  \n\n---\n\nIntroduction  \n\nThis appeal challenges the denial of my FOIA request on the grounds that congressional records are exempt from the Freedom of Information Act. My October 17, 2024, request sought records related to the Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program. These records are critical for ensuring transparency and accountability in the oversight of federally funded Medicaid programs.  \n\nWhile FOIA may exclude Congress, this appeal highlights alternative legal principles that justify access to the requested records, including constitutional guarantees, taxpayer rights, and public interest obligations. Transparency in legislative actions and federally funded programs is essential for public trust and oversight.  \n\n---\n\nLegal and Constitutional Basis  \n\nFirst Amendment: Right to Transparency and Accountability  \n\nThe First Amendment ensures public access to information necessary for informed democratic participation. While FOIA excludes Congress, legislative transparency is a fundamental principle of democracy. Records related to the ABI Waiver Program are central to ensuring taxpayer funds are spent responsibly and that the program fulfills its purpose of serving vulnerable populations.  \n\nTaxpayer Accountability and Public Interest  \n\nTaxpayers have a constitutional and democratic interest in scrutinizing the use of public funds. Medicaid, as a jointly funded federal and state program, is subject to heightened public accountability. The requested records would enable taxpayers to understand legislative decisions affecting Medicaid and ensure funds are allocated effectively and equitably.  \n\nAdministrative Discretion and Oversight Obligations  \n\nAlthough FOIA may not apply to congressional records, nothing precludes the Senate Office of Public Records from exercising discretion to provide non-confidential materials in the public interest. Legislative offices often share information proactively or upon request to enhance transparency and public trust.  \n\n---\n\nScope and Clarifications  \n\nThis appeal clarifies the scope of my original request and reasserts the right to access under alternative transparency principles:  \n\nLegislative Records: This includes bills, legislative histories, and resolutions affecting the Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program.  \nPublic Records: Non-classified communications, reports, or correspondence related to Medicaid funding or policy discussions impacting the program.  \nBudget Transparency: This includes expenditure reports, funding decisions, or intergovernmental agreements tied to the administration of Medicaid ABI services.  \n\nThese records are necessary for public understanding of legislative decisions impacting the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program and for ensuring government accountability.  \n\n---\n\nDemands for Corrective Action  \n\nProvide Non-Confidential Legislative Records  \nRelease public, non-confidential records, including legislative proposals, correspondence, and funding allocations related to the ABI Waiver Program.  \n\nExercise Administrative Discretion  \nUse your discretion to release records of significant public interest, even if not explicitly required under FOIA.  \n\nReferral Guidance  \nIf the Senate Office of Public Records cannot fulfill the request in its entirety, provide detailed guidance on appropriate offices, committees, or external entities that may hold the records.  \n\n---\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing  \n\nThe requested records pertain to urgent public interest in Medicaid transparency and oversight, directly impacting vulnerable populations reliant on the ABI Waiver Program. Expedited processing is essential to ensure timely accountability.  \n\n---\n\nConsequences of Non-Compliance  \n\nIf this appeal is denied, I will escalate the matter through the following actions:  \n\nFile formal complaints with the Office of Government Information Services and public transparency advocacy organizations.  \nPursue legal challenges seeking access under alternative transparency laws or constitutional principles.  \nPublicly disseminate the Senate Offices refusal to provide records of significant public interest.  \n\n---\n\nConclusion  \n\nThis appeal underscores the constitutional and ethical obligations of Congress to ensure transparency and public accountability, particularly in federally funded programs like Medicaid. I urge the Senate Office of Public Records to fulfill its responsibility by providing access to the requested records or guiding me to appropriate resources for further action.  \n\nThank you for your attention to this matter.  \n\nSincerely,  \nDavid Medeiros  \nABI Resources  \n\nCC:  \nOffice of Government Information Services"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-18 09:23:46",
      "file": "2024-11-18T09_23_46.699887 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Dear Mr. Medeiros:\n\nAttached please find a response to your October 17, 2024 request and follow-up communications requesting records pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act.\n\nThank you,\nVivian M. Rivera\nOffice of Senate Legal Counsel\nUnited States Senate\nWashington, D.C. 20510"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-11-18 15:51:41",
      "file": "2024-11-18T15_51_41.118047 Communication.txt",
      "text": "David Medeiros\nFounder, ABI Resources\n39 Kings Highway, Suite C\nGales Ferry, CT 06335\nDate: November 18, 2024\n\nSubject: FOIA Appeal  Comprehensive Request for Records Pertaining to the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, Legislative Oversight, and Taxpayer Accountability\n\nTo:\nVivian M. Rivera\nCounsel, Office of Senate Legal Counsel\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, D.C. 20510\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov\n\nCC:\nPatricia Mack Bryn\nDeputy Counsel, United States Senate\n\nThomas E. Cabberello\nSenior Assistant Counsel, United States Senate\n\nMorgan J. Frankel\nCounsel, United States Senate\n\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS)\nNational Archives and Records Administration\n8601 Adelphi Road\nCollege Park, MD 20740-6001\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\n\nIntroduction\nThis appeal addresses the denial of my FOIA request, submitted October 17, 2024, seeking critical records related to the Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program. This federally funded program directly impacts taxpayer dollars and the healthcare rights of vulnerable populations. The denial, based on FOIA exclusions for congressional records, undermines constitutional principles of transparency and accountability.\n\nThis appeal demands immediate reconsideration to fulfill the public's right to access information regarding the expenditure of taxpayer funds and the administration of Medicaid programs. If the Senate Office of Public Records cannot fulfill this request, detailed referrals to the appropriate agencies or offices are required.\n\nScope of Appeal and Specific Records Requested\n1. Legislative Records and Decision-Making Processes\nAll bills, resolutions, amendments, and legislative histories affecting the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (2010present).\nMinutes, transcripts, and reports from committees (e.g., HELP Committee) addressing Medicaid funding and the ABI Waiver Program.\nVoting records and public statements by senators regarding Medicaid policies impacting Connecticut.\n2. Funding, Budget, and Oversight Records\nBudget allocations, expenditures, and audit findings for the ABI Waiver Program.\nFinancial statements and compliance reviews, including communications with contractors (e.g., Accenture, Manatt).\nInteragency correspondence involving Senate offices, CMS, DSS, and federal oversight agencies.\n3. Correspondence and Communications\nInternal and external communications (emails, memos, draft documents) regarding Medicaid ABI oversight, funding, and legislative discussions.\nMetadata logs documenting correspondence relevant to Medicaid oversight.\n4. ADA Compliance and Accessibility\nRecords documenting ADA compliance within the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\nPolicies ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities in Medicaid-funded services.\nLegal and Constitutional Basis for Appeal\n1. Transparency Mandates Under FOIA\nWhile FOIA excludes congressional records (5 U.S.C.  551(1)(A) and 552(f)), federally funded programs like Medicaid demand transparency. The principles underlying FOIA, including public accountability, necessitate disclosure of non-confidential records tied to taxpayer expenditures.\n\n2. First Amendment Rights\nThe First Amendment ensures public access to information critical for democratic oversight. Denying records related to federally funded Medicaid programs undermines public trust and accountability.\n\n3. Taxpayer Accountability and Public Interest\nMedicaid is a federally and state-funded program reliant on taxpayer dollars. Taxpayers have a vested constitutional interest in scrutinizing legislative actions and ensuring ethical use of public funds.\n\n4. ADA Compliance Requirements\nThe failure to provide accessible communication violates Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C.  12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C.  794). These statutes mandate effective communication and accommodations for individuals with disabilities.\n\n5. Executive and Administrative Precedents\nExecutive Order 13392: Directs federal agencies to improve FOIA processing and transparency.\nCMS Regulations (42 CFR  440.180): Require transparent administration of Medicaid home and community-based services, including the ABI Waiver Program.\nADA Compliance Demands\nRequested Accommodations\nMuckRock Platform-Only Communication: All responses, updates, and records must be sent exclusively through MuckRock. No portals, physical mail, or phone calls may be used.\nAccessible Document Formatting: Records must be provided as screen-reader-compatible PDFs, labeled by category and date.\nSimplified Summaries for Complex Documents: Complex financial, legal, or procedural records must include simplified summaries to facilitate comprehension.\nIdentification of Responsible Personnel: Responses must include names, titles, and contact details of FOIA officers and decision-makers.\nDetailed Redaction Justifications: Each redaction must cite a specific statutory exemption under 5 U.S.C.  552(b), with detailed explanations.\nConfirmation of ADA Compliance\nUpon receipt of this appeal, the Senate Office must confirm in writing its commitment to these accommodations. Non-compliance constitutes a violation of ADA and FOIA standards and will be formally documented for escalation.\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing\nStatutory Justification\nUnder 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(E), expedited processing is required due to:\n\nCompelling Public Interest: The records directly impact taxpayer accountability and Medicaid program integrity.\nTime-Sensitive Advocacy: Delays obstruct ongoing efforts to protect Medicaid beneficiaries and ensure ethical program administration.\nCorrective Actions Demanded\nFulfillment of FOIA Request\nProvide all requested non-confidential records or refer the request to the appropriate entities (e.g., CMS, DSS, or HHS).\n\nCompliance with ADA Requirements\nConfirm adherence to all requested ADA accommodations in this appeal and future communications.\n\nTransparency in Record Denial\nProvide a detailed explanation for any refusal to disclose records, including specific legal exemptions and why public interest does not override such claims.\n\nReferral Guidance\nIf unable to fulfill the request, provide a detailed list of appropriate agencies or entities to which the request will be referred.\n\nConsequences of Non-Compliance\nShould this appeal be denied, I will pursue the following actions:\n\nAdministrative Complaints: File with OGIS and other oversight bodies to address FOIA violations.\nJudicial Remedies: Seek court enforcement of constitutional and statutory transparency obligations.\nPublic Advocacy: Engage media and public transparency organizations to raise awareness of non-compliance.\nConclusion\nTransparency in federally funded programs like Medicaid is not optionalit is a constitutional and ethical obligation. Any obstruction to this request undermines public accountability and will be met with all necessary legal and public actions.\n\nI urge the Senate Office to fulfill its responsibility to provide the requested records or facilitate access through detailed referrals. Justice must be served, and taxpayer dollars must be protected through accountability and oversight.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder, ABI Resources"
    },
    {
      "when": "2024-12-12 08:37:20",
      "file": "2024-12-12T08_37_20.156982 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Appeal for FOIA Request #174572  Ensuring Transparency, Accountability, and ADA Compliance in Medicaid ABI Waiver Program Records\nTo:\nVivian M. Rivera\nCounsel, Office of Senate Legal Counsel\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, D.C. 20510\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov\n\nCC:\n\nPatricia Mack Bryn, Deputy Counsel, United States Senate\nThomas E. Cabberello, Senior Assistant Counsel, United States Senate\nMorgan J. Frankel, Counsel, United States Senate\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration\nCongressional Oversight Committees\nIntroduction\nThis appeal challenges the denial of FOIA Request #174572 for records related to the Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program. The denial, citing Congresss exemption from FOIA, disregards alternative legal and constitutional principles necessitating access to non-confidential legislative and federally funded program records.\n\nTransparency and accountability in Medicaid, a program critical to vulnerable populations, are constitutional imperatives. This appeal seeks to clarify the scope of the request, reaffirm its public interest purpose, and ensure compliance with ADA accommodations.\n\nLegal and Constitutional Basis for Appeal\nTransparency Obligations for Federally Funded Programs\nWhile FOIA may exclude congressional records under 5 U.S.C.  551(1)(A) and 552(f), Medicaid is a federally funded program subject to public accountability. Legislative and oversight records concerning Medicaid directly impact taxpayer funds and public trust.\n\nFirst Amendment Rights to Transparency\nThe First Amendment protects the publics right to access information critical for informed democratic participation. Denying records related to Medicaid undermines the publics ability to hold government entities accountable for taxpayer-funded programs.\n\nTaxpayer Accountability and Oversight\nMedicaid, funded jointly by federal and state dollars, necessitates transparency to ensure funds are allocated ethically and effectively. Taxpayers have a constitutional right to scrutinize legislative decisions affecting their financial contributions.\n\nADA and Rehabilitation Act Compliance\nThe denial failed to address required ADA accommodations, violating Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C.  12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C.  794). These statutes mandate effective communication and equitable access for individuals with disabilities.\n\nExecutive and Administrative Precedents\n\nExecutive Order 13392: Mandates improved FOIA processing and transparency.\nCMS Regulations (42 CFR  440.180): Require transparency in Medicaid administration.\nUnified Federal Transparency Principles: Support inter-agency collaboration for public accountability.\nScope and Clarifications\nThis appeal refines the requests scope to ensure relevance and ease of processing:\n\nLegislative Records and Decision-Making Processes\n\nAll bills, amendments, and legislative histories addressing Medicaid ABI Waiver Program funding and oversight (2010present).\nCommittee minutes, transcripts, and reports from the Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee.\nBudget, Oversight, and Interagency Records\n\nBudget allocations, expenditures, and audits related to Medicaid ABI Waiver Program funding.\nInteragency correspondence between Senate offices, CMS, DSS, and federal entities regarding Medicaid funding or oversight.\nCorrespondence and Public Records\n\nNon-classified emails, memos, and communications discussing Medicaid ABI oversight, funding, and program administration.\nMetadata logs documenting communications relevant to Medicaid oversight.\nADA Compliance and Accessibility\n\nPolicies and guidelines ensuring ADA compliance in Medicaid-funded services.\nDemands for Corrective Action\nFulfillment of FOIA Request\n\nProvide all requested non-confidential records or justify their exemption under specific legal provisions.\nADA Compliance Confirmation\n\nAdhere to all requested ADA accommodations, including:\nAccessible Document Formatting: Screen-reader-compatible PDFs with clear labels.\nSimplified Summaries: Summaries for complex or lengthy records.\nIdentification of Responsible Personnel: Names, titles, and contact information of decision-makers and FOIA officers.\nReferral Guidance\n\nIf unable to fulfill the request, provide detailed guidance and referrals to appropriate agencies, including CMS, DSS, and HHS.\nStatutory and Constitutional Justifications\nPublic Accountability for Federally Funded Programs\n\nMedicaid is subject to public scrutiny to ensure compliance with federal funding requirements under Title XIX of the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C.  1396 et seq.).\nFOIA and Transparency Principles\n\nWhile Congress is exempt from FOIA, the principles of transparency demand discretionary release of non-confidential records impacting public interest.\nADA and Rehabilitation Act Compliance\n\nThe failure to provide requested ADA accommodations violates 28 C.F.R.  35.160 and 29 U.S.C.  794.\nConsequences of Non-Compliance\nFailure to address this appeal will result in the following actions:\n\nAdministrative Escalation\n\nFile complaints with OGIS and other oversight bodies addressing transparency and ADA non-compliance.\nJudicial Remedies\n\nSeek court enforcement of constitutional and statutory transparency obligations.\nPublic Advocacy\n\nEngage media, advocacy organizations, and public interest groups to expose non-compliance.\nConclusion\nTransparency and ADA compliance in Medicaid records are non-negotiable constitutional and ethical obligations. Denying access to these records undermines public trust and taxpayer accountability.\n\nThis appeal urges the Senate Office of Public Records to fulfill its responsibility by providing requested records, adhering to ADA requirements, or offering detailed referrals. Immediate action is necessary to uphold public interest and constitutional principles.\n\nThank you for your prompt attention to this matter.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder, ABI Resources\nDB.42.131.Inf. https://www.ctbraininjury.com/blog/tags/db-42-131-inf\nhttps://x.com/ABIresources/status/1866212331279339765 https://www.youtube.com/@ABI.RESOURCES-CT-ABI-MFP-CARE/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2\n\nCC List:\n\nPatricia Mack Bryn, Deputy Counsel, United States Senate\nThomas E. Cabberello, Senior Assistant Counsel, United States Senate\nMorgan J. Frankel, Counsel, United States Senate\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration\nCongressional Oversight Committees"
    },
    {
      "when": "2025-01-08 13:38:54",
      "file": "2025-01-08T13_38_54.826917 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Subject: Final Assertion of Legal Obligations Under FOIA, ADA, and Constitutional Law\nSubject: 10/17/2024 Freedom of Information Act Request: Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records ( Senate Office of Public Records )\n\n01.08.2025\n\nTo all It May Concern in All Relevant Departments and Divisions,\n\nVivian M. Rivera\nCounsel, Office of Senate Legal Counsel\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, D.C. 20510\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov\n\nTricia Garrett\nOffice of Public Records\nUnited States Senate\n232 Hart Senate Office Building\nWashington, DC 20510-7116\nLobby Line: (202) 224-0758\nMain Line: (202) 224-0322\nFax: 202-224-1851\nEmail: lobby@sec.senate.gov\n\nPatricia Mack Bryn\nDeputy Counsel, United States Senate\n\nThomas E. Cabberello\nSenior Assistant Counsel, United States Senate\n\nMorgan J. Frankel\nCounsel, United States Senate\n\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS)\nNational Archives and Records Administration\n8601 Adelphi Road\nCollege Park, MD 20740-6001\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\n\nSenate Office of Public Records\n\nThis correspondence pertains to my Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. Your handling of this matter raises critical concerns under FOIA (5 U.S.C.  552), the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA, 42 U.S.C.  12132), and constitutional principles of government accountability.\n\nAs recognized in National Archives and Records Administration v. Favish, 541 U.S. 157 (2004), transparency is fundamental to democracy and public trust. Your agencys obligations are not discretionary, and failure to meet them constitutes a violation of statutory and constitutional law. This letter establishes your duties, addresses deficiencies, and anticipates and counters all potential deflection strategies.\n\n1. FOIA Obligations: Statutory Mandates and Required Actions\nFOIA establishes an enforceable right of access to federal agency records. Your response must meet the following requirements:\n\nA. Timeliness\nUnder 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(A), you are required to provide a determination within 20 business days. Delays beyond this timeframe, absent legitimate extension requests, constitute a violation of FOIA.\n\nCountermeasure: Delays are actionable under Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington v. DOJ, 711 F.3d 180 (D.C. Cir. 2013).\nRequired Action: Provide the requested records or a lawful determination.\n\nB. Adequacy of Search\nFOIA requires a thorough and reasonable search for records, as established in Campbell v. DOJ, 164 F.3d 20 (D.C. Cir. 1998). This includes:\n\nIdentifying the databases, locations, and terms used.\nProviding a sworn affidavit detailing the search scope.\nCountermeasure: A vague claim of \"no responsive records\" is insufficient without a detailed affidavit.\nRequired Action: Submit a sworn affidavit documenting the search or confirm the existence of responsive records.\n\nC. Proper Use of Exemptions\nExemptions under 5 U.S.C.  552(b) must be narrowly applied and justified with specific explanations. Blanket or vague exemptions are impermissible.\n\nCountermeasure: A Vaughn index (Vaughn v. Rosen, 484 F.2d 820 (D.C. Cir. 1973)) is required to justify each withholding.\nRequired Action: Submit a Vaughn index detailing each exemption and its justification within 10 business days.\n\nD. Decentralization and Referrals\nReferrals or decentralization excuses do not absolve your agency of its responsibility to provide a consolidated response. As held in McGehee v. CIA, 697 F.2d 1095 (D.C. Cir. 1983), agencies must coordinate internally to ensure compliance.\n\nCountermeasure: Require assurance of continuity and coordination across divisions.\nRequired Action: Consolidate records from all relevant offices and provide a unified response.\n\n2. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Compliance: Equal Access as a Legal Right\nAs a person with a documented disability, I am entitled to reasonable accommodations under the ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. Your failure to provide accessible formats for requested records constitutes discrimination and violates federal law.\n\nCase Law:\nTennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Agencies must ensure meaningful access to government services.\nAlexander v. Choate, 469 U.S. 287 (1985): Denial of reasonable accommodations creates barriers that violate civil rights.\nRequired Action:\n\nProvide all requested records in accessible formats, including plain-language summaries or electronic files compatible with assistive technologies.\nConfirm compliance with ADA requirements by [specific date].\n3. Mandated Reporting and Whistleblower Protections\nYour handling of this request implicates broader concerns, including potential fraud, misuse of federal funds, or retaliation against whistleblowers. Under the Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C.  2302), you are required to report and address systemic violations.\n\nCountermeasure: Reference Misprision of Felony (18 U.S.C.  4), which requires the reporting of observed violations of law.\nRequired Action: Document and escalate evidence of misconduct to oversight bodies, including the Office of Inspector General (OIG).\n\n4. Consequences of Non-Compliance\nFailure to comply with your statutory obligations knowingly constitutes violations of:\n\nObstruction of Justice (18 U.S.C.  1505): Delaying lawful access to records obstructs public accountability.\nCivil Rights Violations (42 U.S.C.  1983): Denying ADA accommodations constitutes a deprivation of federally protected rights.\nMisprision of Felony (18 U.S.C.  4): Concealing or failing to report observed violations is a criminal act.\nCountermeasure: Prepare for judicial review, oversight complaints, and public advocacy if compliance fails.\n5. Escalation Pathways\nIf your office does not comply within the specified timeframe, I will escalate this matter through:\n\nJudicial Review: Filing a lawsuit under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(B) to compel disclosure.\nOversight Complaints: Submitting formal complaints to OGIS, OIG, and the DOJ Civil Rights Division.\nPublic Advocacy: Engaging investigative journalists, transparency advocates, and public interest organizations to ensure accountability.\n\n6. Final Statement: Upholding Transparency and Accountability\nThis matter reflects the publics right to transparency and the preservation of trust in government institutions. Your actions will either affirm your agencys commitment to accountability or further evidence systemic disregard for these principles.\n\nI look forward to your prompt and substantive response.\n\nDavid Medeiros\nABI Resources\n\nState of Connecticut Officials:\n\nGovernor Ned Lamont\nTitle: Governor of Connecticut\nOffice Address: State Capitol, 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106\nPhone: (860) 566-4840\nToll-Free: (800) 406-1527\nTDD: (860) 524-7397\nEmail: Contact Form\nWebsite: https://portal.ct.gov/governor\n\nAttorney General William Tong\nTitle: Attorney General of Connecticut\nOffice Address: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106\nPhone: (860) 808-5318\nEmail: attorney.general@ct.gov\nWebsite: https://portal.ct.gov/ag\n\nCommissioner Andrea Barton Reeves\nTitle: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nOffice Address: 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105\nPhone: (860) 424-5053\nEmail: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov\nWebsite: https://portal.ct.gov/dss\n\nConnecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)\nOffice Address: 165 Capitol Avenue, Suite 1100, Hartford, CT 06106\nPhone: (860) 566-5682\nToll-Free: 1-866-374-3617\nEmail: foi@ct.gov\nWebsite: https://portal.ct.gov/foi\n\nFederal Officials and Agencies:\n\nSenator Richard Blumenthal\nTitle: U.S. Senator from Connecticut\nWashington D.C. Office Address: 706 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510\nPhone: (202) 224-2823\nEmail: Contact Form\nWebsite: https://www.blumenthal.senate.gov\n\nSenator Chris Murphy\nTitle: U.S. Senator from Connecticut\nWashington D.C. Office Address: 136 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510\nPhone: (202) 224-4041\nEmail: Contact Form\nWebsite: https://www.murphy.senate.gov\n\nU.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division\nTitle: Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-4609\nEmail: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://www.justice.gov/crt\n\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS)\nTitle: Director Alina M. Semo\nOffice Address: 8601 Adelphi Road-OGIS, College Park, MD 20740-6001\nPhone: (202) 741-5770\nToll-Free: 1-877-684-6448\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\nWebsite: https://www.archives.gov/ogis\n\nAttorney General Merrick Garland\nTitle: U.S. Attorney General\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-2000\nEmail: doj.oag@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://www.justice.gov/ag\n\nInspector General\nMichael E. Horowitz\nTitle: Inspector General, U.S. Department of Justice\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-3435\nEmail: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://oig.justice.gov\n\nComptroller General\nGene L. Dodaro\nTitle: Comptroller General of the United States, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)\nOffice Address: 441 G Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20548\nPhone: (202) 512-3000\nEmail: contact@gao.gov\nWebsite: https://www.gao.gov\n\nCongressional Oversight Committees\n\nJames Comer\nTitle: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability\nOffice Address: 2157 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515\nPhone: (202) 225-5074\nEmail: oversightpress@mail.house.gov\nWebsite: https://oversight.house.gov\n\nGary Peters\nTitle: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs\nOffice Address: 340 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510\nPhone: (202) 224-2627\nEmail: committee@hsgac.senate.gov\nWebsite: https://www.hsgac.senate.gov\n\nJamie Raskin\nTitle: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties\nOffice Address: 2157 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515\nPhone: (202) 225-5341\nEmail: civilrights@mail.house.gov\nWebsite: https://raskin.house.gov\n\nDick Durbin\nTitle: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee\nOffice Address: 711 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510\nPhone: (202) 224-2152\nEmail: judiciary@senate.gov\nWebsite: https://www.judiciary.senate.gov\n\nRosa DeLauro\nTitle: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee\nOffice Address: 2413 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515\nPhone: (202) 225-3661\nEmail: appropriations@mail.house.gov\nWebsite: https://appropriations.house.gov\n\nBernie Sanders\nTitle: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee\nOffice Address: 428 Senate Dirksen Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510\nPhone: (202) 224-5141\nEmail: helpcommittee@senate.gov\nWebsite: https://www.help.senate.gov\n\nAdvocacy and Transparency Organizations\nAmerican Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)\nOffice Address: 125 Broad Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10004\nPhone: (212) 549-2500\nEmail: info@aclu.org\nWebsite: https://www.aclu.org\n\nGovernment Accountability Project (GAP)\nOffice Address: 1612 K Street NW, Suite 1100, Washington, D.C. 20006\nPhone: (202) 457-0034\nEmail: info@whistleblower.org\nWebsite: https://www.whistleblower.org\n\nNational Whistleblower Center (NWC)\nOffice Address: 3238 P Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20007\nPhone: (202) 342-1903\nEmail: info@whistleblowers.org\nWebsite: https://www.whistleblowers.org\nPublic Citizen\n\nOffice Address: 1600 20th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009\nPhone: (202) 588-1000\nEmail: action@citizen.org\nWebsite: https://www.citizen.org\nOpen the Government\n\nOffice Address: 1612 K Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20006\nPhone: (202) 332-6736\nEmail: info@openthegovernment.org\nWebsite: https://www.openthegovernment.org\nHealthcare Oversight Officials\nXavier Becerra\n\nTitle: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nOffice Address: 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201\nPhone: (202) 690-7000\nEmail: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov\nWebsite: https://www.hhs.gov\nChiquita Brooks-LaSure\n\nTitle: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nOffice Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244\nPhone: (410) 786-3000\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\nWebsite: https://www.cms.gov\nLisa Pino\n\nTitle: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS\nPhone: (800) 368-1019\nEmail: ocrmail@hhs.gov\nWebsite: https://www.hhs.gov/ocr\n\nMichelle A. James\n\nTitle: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS\nPhone: (410) 786-3033\nEmail: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov\nEmmett Nicholson\n\nTitle: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, CMS\nPhone: (410) 786-7623\nEmail: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov\nThis comprehensive list ensures full accessibility to contact details for all individuals and organizations listed. If further segmentation or additional details are required, let me know!\n\nJustice and Civil Rights Oversight\n\nMerrick Garland\nTitle: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-2000\nEmail: doj.oag@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://www.justice.gov/ag\n\nKristen Clarke\nTitle: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, DOJ\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-4609\nEmail: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://www.justice.gov/crt\n\nMichael E. Horowitz\nTitle: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-3435\nEmail: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov\nWebsite: https://oig.justice.gov\n\nAlina M. Semo\nTitle: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)\nOffice Address: 8601 Adelphi Road-OGIS, College Park, MD 20740-6001\nPhone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\nWebsite: https://www.archives.gov/ogis\n\nPriscilla Jones\nTitle: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP), DOJ\nOffice Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530\nPhone: (202) 514-3642\nEmail: oip.foia@usdoj.gov\nAdditional Federal Oversight Authorities\n\nMichael G. Seidel\nTitle: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI\nOffice Address: 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20535\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\nEmail: foipaquestions@fbi.gov\n\nGene L. Dodaro\nTitle: Comptroller General of the United States, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)\nOffice Address: 441 G Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20548\nPhone: (202) 512-3000\nEmail: contact@gao.gov\nWebsite: https://www.gao.gov\nProposed Appointees\n\nRobert F. Kennedy Jr.\nTitle: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nOffice Address: 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201\nPhone: (877) 696-6775\nEmail: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov\n\nKash Patel\nTitle: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)\nOffice Address: 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20535\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\nEmail: kash.patel@fbi.gov\n\nDr. Mehmet Oz\nTitle: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nOffice Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244\nPhone: (800) 633-4227\nEmail: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov\n\nVivek Ramaswamy\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nOffice Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\nEmail: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov\n\nElon Musk\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nOffice Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\nEmail: elon.musk@doge.gov\n\nSummary of Responsibilities\nEach individual and organization listed plays a crucial role in federal and state oversight, advocacy, and the protection of civil rights. Their functions include but are not limited to:\n\nOversight & Accountability: Ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, including Medicaid regulations, FOIA, ADA, and civil rights protections.\nTransparency & Advocacy: Promoting open government practices and supporting whistleblower activities.\nCivil Rights Enforcement: Addressing violations of constitutional and statutory protections against discrimination.\nLegislative Oversight: Monitoring government programs and expenditures, particularly those impacting vulnerable populations like Medicaid beneficiaries.\nJudicial and Administrative Review: Offering remedies for non-compliance through litigation or administrative actions.\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Disease Control and Prevention United States of America 11/15/2024 10/29/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 11/19/2024 10/29/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 11/19/2024 10/29/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Justice, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs)\nFix Required DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs United States of America 11/20/2024 11/02/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 11/21/2024 11/02/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department Of Justice)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 11/22/2024 11/02/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 12/04/2024 11/22/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/04/2024 11/02/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Public Health)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health Connecticut 12/04/2024 10/17/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department Of Justice)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/05/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Health and Human Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/06/2024 10/29/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Government Accountability Office)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Government Accountability Office United States of America 12/07/2024 11/23/2024\n\nRequest with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (U.S. Department of State)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/07/2024 11/08/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Public Health)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health Connecticut 12/10/2024 11/02/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/10/2024 10/17/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office Of Policy And Management)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/10/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRecords on OSC Cases Related to Office of the Special Counsel. DI-25-000310 DI-25-000325 DI-25-000379\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/11/2024 12/09/2024\nNPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/11/2024 11/05/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Public Health - Medical Examining Board)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health - Medical Examining Board Connecticut 12/11/2024 10/17/2024\n\nComprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/12/2024 11/07/2024\n\nDOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/12/2024 11/22/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of Special Counsel)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/12/2024 11/23/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Senate Office of Public Records)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Senate Office of Public Records United States of America 12/12/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Deparment of Health and Human Services)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/12/2024 11/13/2024\n\nRequest for Comprehensive Records Pertaining to Report Number 533252-GXC (Department of Justice, Civil Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/12/2024 11/20/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Civil Division)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/13/2024 11/22/2024\n\nDOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Office Of Policy And Management)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/14/2024 11/22/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health United States of America 12/14/2024 11/23/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 12/16/2024 11/13/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Federal Bureau of Investigation)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Bureau of Investigation United States of America 12/17/2024 10/17/2024\n\nDOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department Of Justice Office Of Administration)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice Office Of Administration United States of America 12/17/2024 11/22/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 10/29/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Complaint #542283-VPS and Associated Actions (Department Of Justice)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/17/2024 12/10/2024\n\nRequest for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 11/08/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office Of Policy And Management)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/25/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the Governor)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Governor Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Economic and Community Development)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Economic and Community Development Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024\n\nComprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 11/07/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRequest for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department Of Justice)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/17/2024 11/08/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Office Of Policy And Management)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/29/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of State Ethics)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of State Ethics Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/18/2024 10/24/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the State Comptroller)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the State Comptroller Connecticut 12/18/2024 10/17/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/19/2024 10/25/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/19/2024 10/23/2024\n\nOSC case number: DI-12112024134 the Office of Special Counsel (OSC)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/19/2024 12/12/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/19/2024 11/13/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (U.S. Department of State)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/19/2024 11/13/2024\n\nComprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/20/2024 11/07/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/20/2024 10/25/2024\n\nComprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/21/2024 11/07/2024\n\nDirectory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office Of Policy And Management)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/21/2024 11/12/2024\n\nRequest with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Director, Office of Information Policy)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 12/21/2024 11/08/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Health and Human Services)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/23/2024 11/13/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/23/2024 11/13/2024\n\nRequest for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Civil Division)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/23/2024 11/08/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (National Archives and Records Administration)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS National Archives and Records Administration United States of America 12/23/2024 11/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Office of Legal Counsel)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Legal Counsel United States of America 12/23/2024 12/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/23/2024 12/23/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/24/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division United States of America 12/25/2024 11/02/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Federal Bureau of Investigation)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Bureau of Investigation United States of America 12/26/2024 12/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Health and Human Services)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (U.S. Department of State)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024\n\nNPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 12/27/2024 11/05/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Health)\nRejected DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Office Of Policy And Management)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/30/2024 11/22/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 12/30/2024 12/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/30/2024 12/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services New York 12/31/2024 12/23/2024\n\nFull Records for OSC DI-12192024714  Constitutional, Whistleblower, Taxpayer, and ADA Compliance Inquiry Office of the Special Counsel OPM FCC FIC DOJ DOL DSS CMS HHS CDC GAO OSC OIG PHS DPH CHRO FOIA FOIC\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/31/2024 12/19/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 12/31/2024 12/23/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Government Accountability Office)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Government Accountability Office United States of America 12/31/2024 10/29/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 12/31/2024 10/17/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/31/2024 11/02/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Labor)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor United States of America 12/31/2024 10/17/2024\n\nNPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 12/31/2024 11/05/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Complaint #542283-VPS and Associated Actions (U.s. Department Of Justice)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS U.s. Department Of Justice Washington 01/01/2025 12/10/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department Of Justice)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Office of Special Counsel)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 01/01/2025 12/23/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/29/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/02/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/02/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/23/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/23/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 10/23/2024\n\nRequest for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024\n\nRequest with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Office of Government Information Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024\n\nFOIA Request for All Records Related to DOJ Complaint Number 533252-GXC\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 11/09/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Connecticut House Of Representatives)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut House Of Representatives Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Office of the State Comptroller)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the State Comptroller Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/29/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 10/25/2024\n\nRecords Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Labor)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor United States of America 01/01/2025 11/02/2024\n\nRequest for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (U.S. Department of State)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024\n\nState and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/24/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/24/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/13/2024\n\nDirectory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office of the Governor)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Governor Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/12/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of State, Office of the Inspector General)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of State, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 01/01/2025 11/23/2024\n\nRequest with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024\n\nConnecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health and Human Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/23/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 01/02/2025 10/29/2024\n\nDOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Director, Office of Information Policy)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Director, Office of Information Policy)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of Special Counsel, Office of General Counsel [APPEALS])\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel, Office of General Counsel [APPEALS] United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office Of The Special Counsel Of Robert Mueller)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of The Special Counsel Of Robert Mueller United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of Government Information Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (United States Congressional Budget Office)\nAwaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS United States Congressional Budget Office United States of America 01/02/2025 12/23/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024\n\nADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024\n\nRecords Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 10/29/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department Of Labor)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Labor Connecticut 01/02/2025 10/17/2024\n\nDirectory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Ct Freedom Of Information Agency)\nProcessing DAVID MEDEIROS Ct Freedom Of Information Agency United States of America 01/02/2025 11/12/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice - FOIA/PA Mail Referral Unit)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice - FOIA/PA Mail Referral Unit United States of America 01/02/2025 12/23/2024\n\nDirectory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office of Government Information Services)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/03/2025 11/12/2024\n\nExposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia United States of America 01/03/2025 11/23/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/03/2025 11/13/2024\n\nRecords on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Social Services)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/03/2025 11/13/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Treasury)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Treasury United States of America 01/03/2025 12/23/2024\n\nDOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)\nAwaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/03/2025 11/22/2024\n\nSubject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth Connecticut 01/03/2025 10/17/2024\n\nOSC Cases DI-25-000310, DI-25-000325, DI-25-000379, DI-12192024714, and DI-12112024134; Associated FBI, DOJ, HHS, CMS, OAG, OIP , DOT and Medicaid Oversight Records FOIA (Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General)\nAwaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the 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