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  "agency": "Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General",
  "title": "FOIA Request for Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345",
  "first_date": "2024-11-02",
  "last_date": "2024-12-31",
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      "when": "2024-11-02 07:05:34",
      "file": "2024-11-02T07_05_34.943834 Communication.txt",
      "text": "To Whom It May Concern:\n\nPursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:\n\nSubject: FOIA Request for Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345\n\nTo Whom It May Concern,\n\nPursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C.  552) and the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat.  1-200 et seq.), I am requesting access to records related to Medicaid services, contracts, financial transactions, referral practices, and regulatory compliance associated with the following National Provider Identifiers (NPIs):\n\nNPI 1962278119\nNPI 1023012345\nThis FOIA request is designed to support transparency, accountability, and public interest within Connecticuts Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Below are the specific records requested from each department, including their individual responsibilities and contact information to facilitate processing.\n\nRequested Records by Agency\nFederal Agencies\n\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\n Sub-agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nResponsibilities: Oversees Medicaid program compliance, funding allocation, and adherence to federal standards.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Funding Allocation and Compliance Reports: All records showing Medicaid funding allocations, reimbursements, and compliance reviews or audits for services under NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345, from January 1, 2013, to present.\n2. CMS-DSS Correspondence: Communications between CMS and the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) regarding services associated with the specified NPIs, including any directives or advisories on provider selection, compliance, and transparency.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Officer, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services\nAddress: 7500 Security Boulevard, Mail Stop C2-21-15, Baltimore, MD 21244\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\nPhone: (410) 786-5353\n\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nSub-agency: Civil Division, Fraud Section\nResponsibilities: Investigates healthcare fraud, Medicaid fraud, and enforces anti-kickback statutes.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Investigations and Case Files: Records of any DOJ investigations or case files concerning Medicaid fraud or potential kickbacks involving NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\n2. Legal Proceedings or Settlements: Documentation of any legal actions, settlements, or penalties issued in cases related to these NPIs.\nContact Information:\nFOIA/PA Mail Referral Unit\nAddress: Department of Justice, Room 115, LOC Building, Washington, DC 20530-0001\nEmail: MRUFOIA.Requests@usdoj.gov\nPhone: (202) 616-0307\n\nU.S. Department of Labor (DOL)\n Sub-agency: Wage and Hour Division\nResponsibilities: Enforces labor laws, including wage standards, particularly for disabled individuals working under Medicaid.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Wage and Hour Investigations: Documentation of wage and hour compliance audits, investigations, or complaints involving NPI 1962278119, focusing on any employment of Medicaid consumers at sub-minimum wages.\n2. 14(c) Certification Records: Records of any 14(c) certificates issued to entities associated with NPI 1962278119, authorizing sub-minimum wage payments to disabled workers.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Coordinator, Wage and Hour Division\nAddress: 200 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20210\nEmail: foiarequests@dol.gov\nPhone: (202) 693-0052\n\nConnecticut State Agencies\n\nConnecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nResponsibilities: Administers Connecticut's Medicaid program, including provider enrollment, consumer rights, and compliance with state and federal standards.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Contracts and Agreements: All contracts, MOUs, and agreements involving Medicaid funds directed to services under NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345. Include documents that outline any exclusivity arrangements, referral restrictions, or financial incentives.\n2. Provider Selection and Referral Policies: Internal guidelines, rules, and criteria for provider referrals associated with these NPIs, including distribution data and referral logs showing consumer choice limitations.\n3. FOIA Compliance and Transparency Logs: Copies of FOIA requests related to these NPIs, including responses, reasons for any denials, and policies on FOIA compliance.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Officer, Department of Social Services\nAddress: 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105\nEmail: DSS.FOIA@ct.gov\nPhone: (860) 424-4967\n\nConnecticut Department of Public Health (DPH)\nResponsibilities: Regulates and licenses healthcare providers, enforcing standards for Medicaid providers and addressing consumer complaints.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Licensing and Inspection Reports: Records of licensing applications, inspection reports, and compliance reviews for entities associated with NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\n2. Complaint and Investigation Records: Documentation of any consumer complaints, investigations, or violations recorded against these NPIs, especially regarding quality of care, housing conditions, or employment practices.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Coordinator, Department of Public Health\nAddress: 410 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06134\nEmail: DPH.FOIA@ct.gov\nPhone: (860) 509-8000\n\nConnecticut Office of the Attorney General\nResponsibilities: Investigates healthcare fraud, consumer protection issues, and enforces state laws against anti-competitive practices.\n  Records to Request:\n1. Investigative Records and Legal Actions: Records of any investigations, inquiries, or legal actions related to Medicaid fraud, consumer rights violations, or monopolistic practices associated with NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\n2. Correspondence with DSS: Communications between the Attorney Generals office and DSS concerning referrals, provider restrictions, or consumer complaints associated with these NPIs.\nContact Information:\nPublic Records Administrator, Office of the Attorney General\nAddress: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106\nEmail: attorney.general@ct.gov\nPhone: (860) 808-5318\n\nAccommodation Requests\nTo ensure this FOIA request is processed accurately and meets my accessibility requirements, please adhere to the following accommodations. These accommodations are essential for my full participation in every aspect of this request:\n\nContact Requirement\n\n1. All responses, updates, and communications must be sent exclusively via email to AabiWR@live.com. Do not use physical mail, phone calls, portal-based communications, external links, or any platform outside of direct email.\n\n2. Format Requirement: Include the full text of each response within the body of the email, along with any attached documents. This ensures that all information is immediately accessible without requiring downloads or access to external sites, allowing me to fully participate and understand the content.\n\n3. Complete and Transparent Documentation\n  Provide all requested documents in full, without redactions unless legally required. For any necessary redactions, please cite the specific legal exemption or statute applied, and include a summary to facilitate understanding. This ensures that I have clear and complete access to all information.\n\n4. Detailed Explanations for Any Denials\n  If any portion of this request is denied, include a clear, detailed explanation for each denied item, citing relevant legal statutes or exemptions. This clarity is essential to ensure I understand any limitations.\n\n5. Guidance for Complex Records\n  For records containing complex financial, legal, or medical language, please include summaries or simplified explanations. This accommodation ensures that I can accurately interpret and fully understand the information provided.\n\n6. Identification of FOIA Officer Handling This Request\n  Provide the full name, title, and direct contact information of the FOIA officer assigned to my request. While communication must remain email-only, I request this information for records and transparency.\n\n7. Confirmation of Accommodations\n  Confirm receipt of this request, and explicitly acknowledge that each accommodation listed will be fully applied in all responses and communications.\n\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing of FOIA Request for Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345\nPursuant to Federal Law and Connecticut FOIA Statutes, I am requesting expedited processing of this FOIA request due to the pressing public interest involved and the immediate impact on vulnerable Medicaid beneficiaries, as authorized under applicable legal provisions.\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing\nLegal Basis: Under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(E), expedited processing is required when there is an urgency to inform the public concerning actual or alleged Federal Government activity. Additionally, Conn. Gen. Stat.  1-210(a) mandates prompt availability of public agency records, especially where issues directly impact public welfare and accountability.\n\nJustification for Expedited Processing\nPublic Interest and Transparency: These records are crucial for public scrutiny of Medicaid spending, potential monopolistic practices, consumer choice limitations, and wage compliance within Connecticuts Medicaid ABI Waiver Program.\n\nImmediate Impact on Vulnerable Populations: This request addresses policies that may limit autonomy, financial independence, and housing security for Medicaid beneficiaries, especially those with disabilities. Delays could harm these populations by preventing timely corrective action.\n\nCompliance with FOIA Promptness Standards: Federal and Connecticut FOIA statutes require agencies to make records available promptly. Any refusal to expedite processing would contravene both the letter and intent of FOIA law.\n\nPotential Financial and Legal Violations: Requested records may reveal misuse of Medicaid funds or improper labor practices. Immediate access is necessary for regulatory assessment.\n\nRequest for Immediate Acknowledgment: Please provide immediate, written acknowledgment of this expedited processing request. If expedited processing is denied, provide a written statement detailing the specific legal grounds for denial, in compliance with FOIA statutes.\n\nThank you for your prompt attention to this matter.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nABI Resources\n215 Mountain Street\nWillimantic, CT 06226\nEmail: AabiWR@live.com\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"
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      "when": "2024-11-19 15:01:34",
      "file": "2024-11-19T15_01_34.818692 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Date: November 19, 2024\n\nTo:  Inspector General Christi A. Grimm\nFOIA Officer\nOffice of Inspector General \nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\n330 Independence Ave., SW\nWashington, D.C. 20201\n\nSubject: FOIA Request for Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345\n\nIntroduction\nPursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C.  552) and the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat.  1-200 et seq.), I am submitting this request for records related to Medicaid services, contracts, financial transactions, referral practices, and regulatory compliance associated with the following National Provider Identifiers (NPIs):\n\nNPI 1962278119\nNPI 1023012345\nThis request is made in the public interest to ensure transparency, accountability, and compliance within Connecticuts Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. The records sought will contribute to oversight of taxpayer-funded programs that affect some of the states most vulnerable populations.\n\nRecords Requested by Agency\nFederal Agencies\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nSub-agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nRecords Requested:\n\nFunding Allocation and Compliance Reports: All records related to Medicaid funding allocations, reimbursements, and compliance reviews or audits for services billed under NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345, from January 1, 2013, to present.\nCMS-DSS Correspondence: Communications between CMS and the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) regarding services provided by these NPIs, including any directives, advisories, or corrective action reports on provider selection and compliance.\nContact Information: Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure\nFOIA Officer, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services\n7500 Security Boulevard, Mail Stop C2-21-15\nBaltimore, MD 21244\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\nPhone: (410) 786-5353\n\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nSub-agency: Civil Division, Fraud Section\nRecords Requested:\n\nInvestigations and Case Files: Documentation of DOJ investigations or case files regarding Medicaid fraud, Anti-Kickback Statute violations, or improper referral practices involving NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\nLegal Proceedings or Settlements: Records of any legal actions, penalties, or settlements related to these NPIs.\nContact Information:\nFOIA/PA Mail Referral Unit\nDepartment of Justice Attorney General Merrick Garland.\nRoom 115, LOC Building\nWashington, DC 20530-0001\nEmail: MRUFOIA.Requests@usdoj.gov\nPhone: (202) 616-0307\n\nU.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Acting Secretary Julie A. Su\nSub-agency: Wage and Hour Division\nRecords Requested:\n\nWage Compliance Investigations: Reports of wage and hour compliance audits or investigations related to employment under NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\n14(c) Certification Records: Records of any 14(c) certificates authorizing sub-minimum wage payments to disabled workers under the entities linked to these NPIs.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Coordinator, Wage and Hour Division\n200 Constitution Ave NW\nWashington, DC 20210\nEmail: foiarequests@dol.gov\nPhone: (202) 693-0052\n\nConnecticut State Agencies\nConnecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nRecords Requested:\n\nContracts and Agreements: All contracts, agreements, or memoranda of understanding involving Medicaid funds associated with NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345.\nProvider Selection Policies: Policies or guidelines related to referral practices, provider transparency, and consumer rights for services associated with these NPIs.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Officer, Department of Social Services\n55 Farmington Avenue\nHartford, CT 06105\nEmail: DSS.FOIA@ct.gov\nPhone: (860) 424-4967\n\nConnecticut Department of Public Health (DPH)\nRecords Requested:\n\nLicensing and Compliance Reports: Licensing applications, inspection reports, and compliance reviews for entities associated with these NPIs.\nComplaint Records: Documentation of any complaints, investigations, or violations regarding service delivery, care quality, or housing practices.\nContact Information:\nFOIA Coordinator, Department of Public Health\n410 Capitol Avenue\nHartford, CT 06134\nEmail: DPH.FOIA@ct.gov\nPhone: (860) 509-8000\n\nRequest for ADA Accommodations\nI require accommodations due to a traumatic brain injury (TBI). To ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act:\n\nCommunication via Email Only:\nAll responses must be sent exclusively via email to MuckRock to ensure accessibility. Do not use phone calls, physical mail, or portal-based systems.\n\nText in Email Body:\nInclude the full text of all responses directly in the email body.\n\nAccessible Attachments:\nProvide documents as screen-reader-compatible PDF attachments, properly formatted and clearly labeled.\n\nSimplified Summaries:\nFor complex records, include summaries to aid in comprehension.\n\nIdentification of FOIA Officers:\nInclude the names, titles, and contact details of all personnel involved in processing this request.\n\nRequest for Expedited Processing\nUnder 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(E), expedited processing is warranted due to:\n\nUrgency to Inform the Public: This request pertains to Medicaid oversight, taxpayer-funded healthcare, and potential non-compliance, which are matters of significant public interest.\nImmediate Impact on Vulnerable Populations: The requested records address Medicaid services for individuals with disabilities, where delays could result in harm.\nIf expedited processing is denied, provide a detailed written explanation citing applicable legal statutes.\n\nFee Waiver Request\nUnder 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(A)(iii), I request a waiver of all fees, as this request is made in the public interest and not for commercial use. The requested records will contribute to transparency and accountability in Medicaid program administration.\n\nConclusion\nI request a written acknowledgment of this FOIA submission, confirmation of ADA accommodations, and an estimated completion date for processing. Thank you for your attention to this matter.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder & Owner, ABI Resources\n39 Kings HWY STE C\nGales Ferry, Connecticut, 06335\nEmail: AabiWR@live.com"
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      "when": "2024-12-31 15:06:10",
      "file": "2024-12-31T15_06_10.134710 Communication.txt",
      "text": "Date: December 31, 2024\nFrom: David Medeiros\n\nSubject: Escalated Legal Complaint and Appeal Regarding FOIA Non-Compliance, Constitutional Violations, and Statutory Breaches\n\nTo: All \nChristi A. Grimm\nTitle: Inspector General\nRole: Leads OIG's mission to protect the integrity of HHS programs and the health and welfare of program beneficiaries.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nJuliet T. Hodgkins\nTitle: Principal Deputy Inspector General\nRole: Assists the Inspector General in overseeing OIG operations and initiatives.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nMegan Tinker\nTitle: Chief of Staff\nRole: Manages the Immediate Office and coordinates activities across OIG.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\n Ann Maxwell\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Evaluation and Inspections\nRole: Leads evaluations of HHS programs to recommend improvements.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\n Amy J. Frontz\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services\nRole: Oversees audits of HHS programs and operations.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n \nChristian J. Schrank\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Investigations\nRole: Directs criminal, civil, and administrative investigations of fraud and misconduct related to HHS programs.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\n Robert Owens\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Management and Policy\nRole: Provides mission and administrative support to OIG.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nRobert K. DeConti\nTitle: Chief Counsel to the Inspector General\nRole: Provides legal advocacy and counsel to the Inspector General and OIG components.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\n\nOverview and Purpose of Appeal\nThis escalated complaint and appeal concerns the handling of my FOIA Request (submitted November 2, 2024) to various federal and state agencies regarding records tied to Medicaid services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345. Agencies have failed to provide timely responses, implement required accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and comply with statutory obligations under FOIA (5 U.S.C.  552) and related laws.\n\nThis document outlines specific legal grounds, applicable case law, violations committed, and requested remedies. \n\nI. Constitutional Violations\nFirst Amendment Violations\nAgencies' failure to process my FOIA request promptly and fully infringes upon my First Amendment right to petition the government for redress of grievances.\n\nCase Law:\nNational Archives and Records Admin. v. Favish, 541 U.S. 157 (2004): Ensures public access to records necessary for governmental accountability.\nACLU v. DOJ, 655 F.3d 1 (D.C. Cir. 2011): FOIA is essential to exercising the First Amendment right to access government information.\nFriedman v. Bache Halsey Stuart Shields, Inc., 738 F.2d 1336 (D.C. Cir. 1984): Protects public oversight rights when agency transparency is challenged.\nFifth and Fourteenth Amendment Violations\nThe denial of ADA accommodations and timely FOIA compliance constitutes procedural and substantive due process violations under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments.\n\nCase Law:\nGoldberg v. Kelly, 397 U.S. 254 (1970): Procedural fairness in administrative processes is constitutionally required.\nMathews v. Eldridge, 424 U.S. 319 (1976): Due process mandates procedural protections in administrative decisions impacting individual rights.\nTennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Access to government programs must not exclude disabled individuals.\nII. FOIA Non-Compliance\nFailure to Meet Statutory Deadlines\nAgencies have failed to comply with FOIA's 20-business-day deadline. Delays impede public access to critical Medicaid records.\n\nCase Law:\nCitizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington v. FEC, 711 F.3d 180 (D.C. Cir. 2013): Agencies must adhere to FOIAs statutory timelines.\nJudicial Watch, Inc. v. DHS, 895 F.3d 770 (D.C. Cir. 2018): Delays in processing FOIA requests violate statutory mandates.\nFailure to Provide Vaughn Index for Redacted or Withheld Records\nAny redactions or withholdings must include a detailed Vaughn Index citing specific legal exemptions under FOIA.\n\nCase Law:\nVaughn v. Rosen, 484 F.2d 820 (D.C. Cir. 1973): Requires detailed justifications for withheld records.\nImproper Deferral and Referral\nReferring responsibility between agencies without proper coordination violates FOIAs obligation to assist requesters.\n\nCase Law:\nMcGehee v. CIA, 697 F.2d 1095 (D.C. Cir. 1983): Agencies must conduct thorough searches and avoid deflections.\n\nIII. Whistleblower Protections Violations\nFailure to Address Potential Fraud\nThis FOIA request involves allegations of Medicaid fraud and whistleblower disclosures. The Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C.  1213) mandates robust agency action and transparency.\n\nCase Law:\nLane v. Franks, 573 U.S. 228 (2014): Protects whistleblowers exposing public fraud.\nGarcia v. DOJ, 768 F.2d 1226 (11th Cir. 1985): FOIA ensures transparency in whistleblower-related investigations.\nKerr v. DHS, 123 F. Supp. 3d 90 (D.D.C. 2015): Agencies must act on whistleblower disclosures under statutory protections.\n\nIV. Taxpayer Law Rights Violations\nImproper Use of Medicaid Funds\nPublic records are essential to verify Medicaid funds' proper allocation and use, ensuring compliance with fiduciary obligations.\n\nCase Law:\nUnited States v. Estate of Romani, 523 U.S. 517 (1998): Agencies have a fiduciary duty to safeguard public funds.\nHeckler v. Chaney, 470 U.S. 821 (1985): Regulatory enforcement must align with statutory mandates.\nU.S. ex rel. Tyson v. Amerigroup Illinois, Inc., 488 F. Supp. 2d 719 (N.D. Ill. 2007): Medicaid fraud undermines public trust and fiscal responsibility.\nV. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Violations\nFailure to Provide Requested Accommodations\nAgencies have ignored explicit requests for email-only communication, accessible document formats, and simplified summaries.\n\nCase Law:\nAlexander v. Choate, 469 U.S. 287 (1985): Agencies must provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA.\nTennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Denial of access constitutes discrimination against disabled individuals.\nLoeffler v. Staten Island University Hosp., 582 F.3d 268 (2d Cir. 2009): Public entities must ensure effective communication for disabled individuals.\n\nVI. Relief Requested\nImmediate Compliance and Transparency\n\nConduct comprehensive searches for all responsive records.\nProvide a Vaughn Index for withheld or redacted documents.\nAdherence to ADA Accommodations\n\nDeliver all responses via email in screen-reader-compatible formats.\nInclude summaries for complex documents.\nExpedited Processing\n\nProcess the request under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(E).\nIdentification of FOIA Officers\n\nProvide the names, titles, and contact information of officials managing this FOIA request.\nFee Waiver Approval\n\nWaive all fees under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(A)(iii), as this request serves the public interest.\nVII. Escalation and Consequences of Non-Compliance\nFailure to address this complaint by January 15, 2025, will result in the following actions:\n\nFiling Formal Complaints\n\nSubmit ADA and FOIA complaints to the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and DOJ Civil Rights Division.\nJudicial Remedies\n\nInitiate litigation under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(B) for injunctive relief and damages.\nCongressional Oversight Notification\n\nNotify Congressional oversight committees to address systemic non-compliance.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder, ABI Resources\n\n\nCopies To:\n\nOffice of the Attorney General, Connecticut\nConnecticut Department of Social Services\nCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS)\n\nCC: Oversight and Accountability Authorities\nRobert F. Kennedy Jr.\nTitle: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) (Nominated)\nEmail: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov\nOffice Address: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201\nPhone: (877) 696-6775\n\nKash Patel\nTitle: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Nominated)\nEmail: kash.patel@fbi.gov\nOffice Address: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20535-0001\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\n\nDr. Mehmet Oz\nTitle: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Nominated)\nEmail: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov\nOffice Address: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244\nPhone: (800) 633-4227\n\nVivek Ramaswamy\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nEmail: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov\nOffice Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\n\nElon Musk\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nEmail: elon.musk@doge.gov\nOffice Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\n\nState of Connecticut\nNed Lamont\nTitle: Governor of Connecticut\nPhone: (860) 566-4840\nEmail: governor.lamont@ct.gov\n\nWilliam Tong\nTitle: Attorney General of Connecticut\nPhone: (860) 808-5318\nEmail: attorney.general@ct.gov\n\nAndrea Barton Reeves\nTitle: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nPhone: (860) 424-5053\nEmail: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov\n\nConnecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)\nPhone: (860) 566-5682\nEmail: foi@ct.gov\n\nMatthew S. Antonetti\nTitle: Legal Director, Connecticut Department of Social Services\nPhone: (860) 424-5386\nEmail: matthew.antonetti@ct.gov\n\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nXavier Becerra\nTitle: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\nPhone: (202) 690-7000\nEmail: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov\n\nChiquita Brooks-LaSure\nTitle: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nPhone: (410) 786-3000\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\n\nLisa Pino\nTitle: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS\nPhone: (800) 368-1019\nEmail: ocrmail@hhs.gov\n\nEmmett Nicholson\nTitle: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nPhone: (410) 786-7623\nEmail: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov\n\nMichelle A. James\nTitle: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS\nPhone: (410) 786-3033\nEmail: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov\n\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nMerrick B. Garland\nTitle: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice\nPhone: (202) 514-2000\nEmail: doj.oag@usdoj.gov\n\nKristen Clarke\nTitle: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division\nPhone: (202) 514-4609\nEmail: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov\n\nMichael E. Horowitz\nTitle: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General\nPhone: (202) 514-3435\nEmail: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov\n\nPriscilla Jones\nTitle: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP)\nPhone: (202) 514-3642\nEmail: oip.foia@usdoj.gov\n\nMichael G. Seidel\nTitle: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\nEmail: foipaquestions@fbi.gov\n\nAlina M. Semo\nTitle: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)\nPhone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\n\nCongressional Oversight Committees\nJames Comer\nTitle: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability\nPhone: (202) 225-5074\nEmail: oversightpress@mail.house.gov\n\nGary Peters\nTitle: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs\nPhone: (202) 224-2627\nEmail: committee@hsgac.senate.gov\n\nJamie Raskin\nTitle: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties\nPhone: (202) 225-5341\nEmail: civilrights@mail.house.gov\n\nDick Durbin\nTitle: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee\nPhone: (202) 224-2152\nEmail: judiciary@senate.gov\n\nRosa DeLauro\nTitle: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee\nPhone: (202) 225-3661\nEmail: appropriations@mail.house.gov\n\nBernie Sanders\nTitle: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee\nPhone: (202) 224-5141\nEmail: helpcommittee@senate.gov\n\nCatherine Lhamon\nTitle: Chair, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights\nPhone: (202) 376-7533\nEmail: contact@usccr.gov\n\nRichard Blumenthal\nTitle: Senator, Connecticut\nPhone: (202) 224-2823\nEmail: blumenthal@senate.gov\n\nChris Murphy\nTitle: Senator, Connecticut\nPhone: (202) 224-4041\nEmail: murphy@senate.gov\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\nReference: OPM ID # 24-85 A-2025-00307 FCC-FOIA-2025-000358-A FIC 2024-0683 R000748-102524 2025-F-01035 R000354-102024 R000737-102024 AD2414036 A-2025-00351 2025-00027-A-PHS A-2025-00395 2025-00434-FOIA-OS A-2025-00393 OPM ID # 24-83 A-2025-00393 2025-00446-FOIA-PHS A-2025-00399 A-2025-00392 25-00142-FOIA PRI-25-023 2025-00032-A-PHS 110620247022 24-86 AD2414644 R000770-110424 2025-F-01651 A-2025-00467 A-2025-00401 2025-00481-FOIA-PHS 112020247009 112020247039 2025-00024-A-OS A-2025-00420 25-00044-F A-2025-00069 A-2025-00469 OPM ID# 24-88 & 89 2025-00638-FOIA-OS AP-2025-001 FOIA-2025-00562 FOIA-2025-00563 EMRUFOIA111524 F-2025-03523 2025-00574-FOIA-PHS 145-FOI-21320 OPM ID #24-94 25-OIG-177 FOIA-2025-01054 FOIA-2025-01052 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01053 OPM ID #24-95 FOIA-2025-01056 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01055 FOIA-2025-01057 R005487-120324 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS 2025-01078-FOIA-PHS FOIA-2025-056 PRI-25-045 FOIA-2025-01060 FOIA-2025-01059 FOIA-2025-060 FOIA-2025-01203 EMRUFOIA121324 #FOIA-2025-063 11034 539330-JBZ, 539298-RJM, 534659-XGL, 534094-QZH, 534069-BRQ, 534060-HWM, 533252-GXC, 535276-FSL, 532832-MJV, 532674-QMM, 532671-PPV, 532667-DRF, 523966-VSF, 497211-PFB, 490797-TJJ, 489456-MCB, 490814-TPF, 490215-DKH, 478957-DPX, 478956-NSD, 473045-JNW, 452335-DDT, 413343-FZP, 405540-ZXW, 397760-PRZ, 395050-TWW, 392179-NCW, 385105-BPN, 376153-JVL, 357494-WND, 354718-LTZ, 275528-PKR, 301882-TRG, 327008-WFC, 339860-FQG, 352533-WJH.6779 7959 17303 17304 3033 5282 14733 6577 10 10527 3519 28368 8560 63 3814 4923 4126 6612 4809 4850 35673 74 239 4850 3519 166 10661 14578 239 3033 4923 166 4850 6779 14733 3519 166 4850 10661 14578 3033 4923 166 6779 4850 166 3519 152 4121 10661 74 3033 239 5282 4850 14733 4923 4850 6612 4923 10672 63 6959 115 35673 10661 239 74 6779 3033 239 4923 166 3519 3033 14578 35673 166 4297 14 3519 5123 287 35673 14 59 3519 287 14733 4809 23077 4923 74 4735 4850 2667 3519 796 59 166 856 22238 35673 14 10835 3033 239 4297 3519 14733 796 3519 856 35673 22005 5123 59 4923 3033 239 14733 166 4297 3519 35673 5123 59 3124 14578 7683 74 10661 3033 239 7982 14587 2667 4121 287 129 11109 856 3519 59 2667 35673 22238 2667 11034: Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth 6779: Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities 7959: Senate Office of Public Records 17303: Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut 17304: Connecticut House Of Representatives 3033: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 5282: Office of the State Comptroller 14733: Office Of Policy And Management 6577: Office of State Ethics 10: Federal Bureau of Investigation 10527: Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General 3519: Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division 28368: Department Of Labor 8560: Department of Public Health - 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      "text": "Date: December 31, 2024\nFrom: David Medeiros\n\nSubject: Escalated Legal Complaint and Appeal Regarding FOIA Non-Compliance, Constitutional Violations, and Statutory Breaches\n\nTo: All\nChristi A. Grimm\nTitle: Inspector General\nRole: Leads OIG's mission to protect the integrity of HHS programs and the health and welfare of program beneficiaries.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nJuliet T. Hodgkins\nTitle: Principal Deputy Inspector General\nRole: Assists the Inspector General in overseeing OIG operations and initiatives.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nMegan Tinker\nTitle: Chief of Staff\nRole: Manages the Immediate Office and coordinates activities across OIG.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nAnn Maxwell\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Evaluation and Inspections\nRole: Leads evaluations of HHS programs to recommend improvements.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nAmy J. Frontz\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Audit Services\nRole: Oversees audits of HHS programs and operations.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nChristian J. Schrank\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Investigations\nRole: Directs criminal, civil, and administrative investigations of fraud and misconduct related to HHS programs.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nRobert Owens\nTitle: Deputy Inspector General for Management and Policy\nRole: Provides mission and administrative support to OIG.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nRobert K. DeConti\nTitle: Chief Counsel to the Inspector General\nRole: Provides legal advocacy and counsel to the Inspector General and OIG components.\nPhone: (202) 619-1343\nEmail: public.affairs@oig.hhs.gov\nAddress:\nOffice of Inspector General\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services\n330 Independence Avenue, SW\nWashington, DC 20201\n\nOverview and Purpose of Appeal\nThis escalated complaint and appeal concerns the handling of my FOIA Request (submitted November 2, 2024) to various federal and state agencies regarding records tied to Medicaid services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345. Agencies have failed to provide timely responses, implement required accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and comply with statutory obligations under FOIA (5 U.S.C.  552) and related laws.\n\nThis document outlines specific legal grounds, applicable case law, violations committed, and requested remedies.\n\nI. Constitutional Violations\nFirst Amendment Violations\nAgencies' failure to process my FOIA request promptly and fully infringes upon my First Amendment right to petition the government for redress of grievances.\n\nCase Law:\nNational Archives and Records Admin. v. Favish, 541 U.S. 157 (2004): Ensures public access to records necessary for governmental accountability.\nACLU v. DOJ, 655 F.3d 1 (D.C. Cir. 2011): FOIA is essential to exercising the First Amendment right to access government information.\nFriedman v. Bache Halsey Stuart Shields, Inc., 738 F.2d 1336 (D.C. Cir. 1984): Protects public oversight rights when agency transparency is challenged.\nFifth and Fourteenth Amendment Violations\nThe denial of ADA accommodations and timely FOIA compliance constitutes procedural and substantive due process violations under the Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments.\n\nCase Law:\nGoldberg v. Kelly, 397 U.S. 254 (1970): Procedural fairness in administrative processes is constitutionally required.\nMathews v. Eldridge, 424 U.S. 319 (1976): Due process mandates procedural protections in administrative decisions impacting individual rights.\nTennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Access to government programs must not exclude disabled individuals.\nII. FOIA Non-Compliance\nFailure to Meet Statutory Deadlines\nAgencies have failed to comply with FOIA's 20-business-day deadline. Delays impede public access to critical Medicaid records.\n\nCase Law:\nCitizens for Responsibility & Ethics in Washington v. FEC, 711 F.3d 180 (D.C. Cir. 2013): Agencies must adhere to FOIAs statutory timelines.\nJudicial Watch, Inc. v. DHS, 895 F.3d 770 (D.C. Cir. 2018): Delays in processing FOIA requests violate statutory mandates.\nFailure to Provide Vaughn Index for Redacted or Withheld Records\nAny redactions or withholdings must include a detailed Vaughn Index citing specific legal exemptions under FOIA.\n\nCase Law:\nVaughn v. Rosen, 484 F.2d 820 (D.C. Cir. 1973): Requires detailed justifications for withheld records.\nImproper Deferral and Referral\nReferring responsibility between agencies without proper coordination violates FOIAs obligation to assist requesters.\n\nCase Law:\nMcGehee v. CIA, 697 F.2d 1095 (D.C. Cir. 1983): Agencies must conduct thorough searches and avoid deflections.\n\nIII. Whistleblower Protections Violations\nFailure to Address Potential Fraud\nThis FOIA request involves allegations of Medicaid fraud and whistleblower disclosures. The Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C.  1213) mandates robust agency action and transparency.\n\nCase Law:\nLane v. Franks, 573 U.S. 228 (2014): Protects whistleblowers exposing public fraud.\nGarcia v. DOJ, 768 F.2d 1226 (11th Cir. 1985): FOIA ensures transparency in whistleblower-related investigations.\nKerr v. DHS, 123 F. Supp. 3d 90 (D.D.C. 2015): Agencies must act on whistleblower disclosures under statutory protections.\n\nIV. Taxpayer Law Rights Violations\nImproper Use of Medicaid Funds\nPublic records are essential to verify Medicaid funds' proper allocation and use, ensuring compliance with fiduciary obligations.\n\nCase Law:\nUnited States v. Estate of Romani, 523 U.S. 517 (1998): Agencies have a fiduciary duty to safeguard public funds.\nHeckler v. Chaney, 470 U.S. 821 (1985): Regulatory enforcement must align with statutory mandates.\nU.S. ex rel. Tyson v. Amerigroup Illinois, Inc., 488 F. Supp. 2d 719 (N.D. Ill. 2007): Medicaid fraud undermines public trust and fiscal responsibility.\nV. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Violations\nFailure to Provide Requested Accommodations\nAgencies have ignored explicit requests for email-only communication, accessible document formats, and simplified summaries.\n\nCase Law:\nAlexander v. Choate, 469 U.S. 287 (1985): Agencies must provide reasonable accommodations under the ADA.\nTennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Denial of access constitutes discrimination against disabled individuals.\nLoeffler v. Staten Island University Hosp., 582 F.3d 268 (2d Cir. 2009): Public entities must ensure effective communication for disabled individuals.\n\nVI. Relief Requested\nImmediate Compliance and Transparency\n\nConduct comprehensive searches for all responsive records.\nProvide a Vaughn Index for withheld or redacted documents.\nAdherence to ADA Accommodations\n\nADA Basic Accommodations:\nTo ensure accessibility and compliance with ADA standards, provide:\nScreen-Reader Compatible Formats: All documents must be labeled and accessible for assistive technologies.\nExclusive MUCKROCK Platform only communications: No emails, external links, portals, passwords, codes, physical mail, or phone calls.\nSimplified Summaries: For complex or legal documents, include plain-language summaries.\nFull name title of responsible officers and internal procedural for all communications.\n\nExpedited Processing\n\nProcess the request under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(6)(E).\nIdentification of FOIA Officers\n\nProvide the names, titles, and contact information of officials managing this FOIA request.\n\nFee Waiver Approval\n\nWaive all fees under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(A)(iii), as this request serves the public interest.\nVII. Escalation and Consequences of Non-Compliance\nFailure to address this complaint by January 15, 2025, will result in the following actions:\n\nFiling Formal Complaints\n\nSubmit ADA and FOIA complaints to the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and DOJ Civil Rights Division.\nJudicial Remedies\n\nInitiate litigation under 5 U.S.C.  552(a)(4)(B) for injunctive relief and damages.\nCongressional Oversight Notification\n\nNotify Congressional oversight committees to address systemic non-compliance.\n\nSincerely,\nDavid Medeiros\nFounder, ABI Resources\n\nCopies To:\n\nOffice of the Attorney General, Connecticut\nConnecticut Department of Social Services\nCenters for Medicare & Medicaid Services\nOffice of Government Information Services (OGIS)\n\nCC: Oversight and Accountability Authorities\nRobert F. Kennedy Jr.\nTitle: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) (Nominated)\nEmail: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov\nOffice Address: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201\nPhone: (877) 696-6775\n\nKash Patel\nTitle: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Nominated)\nEmail: kash.patel@fbi.gov\nOffice Address: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20535-0001\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\n\nDr. Mehmet Oz\nTitle: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Nominated)\nEmail: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov\nOffice Address: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244\nPhone: (800) 633-4227\n\nVivek Ramaswamy\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nEmail: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov\nOffice Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\n\nElon Musk\nTitle: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)\nEmail: elon.musk@doge.gov\nOffice Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500\nPhone: (202) 456-1414\n\nState of Connecticut\nNed Lamont\nTitle: Governor of Connecticut\nPhone: (860) 566-4840\nEmail: governor.lamont@ct.gov\n\nWilliam Tong\nTitle: Attorney General of Connecticut\nPhone: (860) 808-5318\nEmail: attorney.general@ct.gov\n\nAndrea Barton Reeves\nTitle: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)\nPhone: (860) 424-5053\nEmail: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov\n\nConnecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)\nPhone: (860) 566-5682\nEmail: foi@ct.gov\n\nMatthew S. Antonetti\nTitle: Legal Director, Connecticut Department of Social Services\nPhone: (860) 424-5386\nEmail: matthew.antonetti@ct.gov\n\nU.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)\nXavier Becerra\nTitle: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services\nPhone: (202) 690-7000\nEmail: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov\n\nChiquita Brooks-LaSure\nTitle: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nPhone: (410) 786-3000\nEmail: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov\n\nLisa Pino\nTitle: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS\nPhone: (800) 368-1019\nEmail: ocrmail@hhs.gov\n\nEmmett Nicholson\nTitle: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)\nPhone: (410) 786-7623\nEmail: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov\n\nMichelle A. James\nTitle: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS\nPhone: (410) 786-3033\nEmail: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov\n\nU.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)\nMerrick B. Garland\nTitle: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice\nPhone: (202) 514-2000\nEmail: doj.oag@usdoj.gov\n\nKristen Clarke\nTitle: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division\nPhone: (202) 514-4609\nEmail: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov\n\nMichael E. Horowitz\nTitle: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General\nPhone: (202) 514-3435\nEmail: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov\n\nPriscilla Jones\nTitle: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP)\nPhone: (202) 514-3642\nEmail: oip.foia@usdoj.gov\n\nMichael G. Seidel\nTitle: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI\nPhone: (202) 324-3000\nEmail: foipaquestions@fbi.gov\n\nAlina M. Semo\nTitle: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)\nPhone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448\nEmail: ogis@nara.gov\n\nCongressional Oversight Committees\nJames Comer\nTitle: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability\nPhone: (202) 225-5074\nEmail: oversightpress@mail.house.gov\n\nGary Peters\nTitle: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs\nPhone: (202) 224-2627\nEmail: committee@hsgac.senate.gov\n\nJamie Raskin\nTitle: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties\nPhone: (202) 225-5341\nEmail: civilrights@mail.house.gov\n\nDick Durbin\nTitle: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee\nPhone: (202) 224-2152\nEmail: judiciary@senate.gov\n\nRosa DeLauro\nTitle: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee\nPhone: (202) 225-3661\nEmail: appropriations@mail.house.gov\n\nBernie Sanders\nTitle: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee\nPhone: (202) 224-5141\nEmail: helpcommittee@senate.gov\n\nCatherine Lhamon\nTitle: Chair, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights\nPhone: (202) 376-7533\nEmail: contact@usccr.gov\n\nRichard Blumenthal\nTitle: Senator, Connecticut\nPhone: (202) 224-2823\nEmail: blumenthal@senate.gov\n\nChris Murphy\nTitle: Senator, Connecticut\nPhone: (202) 224-4041\nEmail: murphy@senate.gov\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\nReference: OPM ID # 24-85 A-2025-00307 FCC-FOIA-2025-000358-A FIC 2024-0683 R000748-102524 2025-F-01035 R000354-102024 R000737-102024 AD2414036 A-2025-00351 2025-00027-A-PHS A-2025-00395 2025-00434-FOIA-OS A-2025-00393 OPM ID # 24-83 A-2025-00393 2025-00446-FOIA-PHS A-2025-00399 A-2025-00392 25-00142-FOIA PRI-25-023 2025-00032-A-PHS 110620247022 24-86 AD2414644 R000770-110424 2025-F-01651 A-2025-00467 A-2025-00401 2025-00481-FOIA-PHS 112020247009 112020247039 2025-00024-A-OS A-2025-00420 25-00044-F A-2025-00069 A-2025-00469 OPM ID# 24-88 & 89 2025-00638-FOIA-OS AP-2025-001 FOIA-2025-00562 FOIA-2025-00563 EMRUFOIA111524 F-2025-03523 2025-00574-FOIA-PHS 145-FOI-21320 OPM ID #24-94 25-OIG-177 FOIA-2025-01054 FOIA-2025-01052 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01053 OPM ID #24-95 FOIA-2025-01056 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01055 FOIA-2025-01057 R005487-120324 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS 2025-01078-FOIA-PHS FOIA-2025-056 PRI-25-045 FOIA-2025-01060 FOIA-2025-01059 FOIA-2025-060 FOIA-2025-01203 EMRUFOIA121324 #FOIA-2025-063 11034 539330-JBZ, 539298-RJM, 534659-XGL, 534094-QZH, 534069-BRQ, 534060-HWM, 533252-GXC, 535276-FSL, 532832-MJV, 532674-QMM, 532671-PPV, 532667-DRF, 523966-VSF, 497211-PFB, 490797-TJJ, 489456-MCB, 490814-TPF, 490215-DKH, 478957-DPX, 478956-NSD, 473045-JNW, 452335-DDT, 413343-FZP, 405540-ZXW, 397760-PRZ, 395050-TWW, 392179-NCW, 385105-BPN, 376153-JVL, 357494-WND, 354718-LTZ, 275528-PKR, 301882-TRG, 327008-WFC, 339860-FQG, 352533-WJH.6779 7959 17303 17304 3033 5282 14733 6577 10 10527 3519 28368 8560 63 3814 4923 4126 6612 4809 4850 35673 74 239 4850 3519 166 10661 14578 239 3033 4923 166 4850 6779 14733 3519 166 4850 10661 14578 3033 4923 166 6779 4850 166 3519 152 4121 10661 74 3033 239 5282 4850 14733 4923 4850 6612 4923 10672 63 6959 115 35673 10661 239 74 6779 3033 239 4923 166 3519 3033 14578 35673 166 4297 14 3519 5123 287 35673 14 59 3519 287 14733 4809 23077 4923 74 4735 4850 2667 3519 796 59 166 856 22238 35673 14 10835 3033 239 4297 3519 14733 796 3519 856 35673 22005 5123 59 4923 3033 239 14733 166 4297 3519 35673 5123 59 3124 14578 7683 74 10661 3033 239 7982 14587 2667 4121 287 129 11109 856 3519 59 2667 35673 22238 2667 11034: Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth 6779: Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities 7959: Senate Office of Public Records 17303: Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut 17304: Connecticut House Of Representatives 3033: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 5282: Office of the State Comptroller 14733: Office Of Policy And Management 6577: Office of State Ethics 10: Federal Bureau of Investigation 10527: Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General 3519: Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division 28368: Department Of Labor 8560: Department of Public Health - 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