To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844
To: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) CC: FOIA Compliance Officers and Relevant Oversight Authorities Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) FOIA Division U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division ADA Compliance Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO)
Dear FOIA Officers, Supervisory Officers, and Relevant Authorities,
This letter constitutes a formal and detailed FOIA request for all records associated with OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844. This request is made under the federal Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552) and relevant state FOIA statutes, including the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. 1-200 et seq.). As a brain injury survivor, whistleblower, and Medicaid consumer advocate, I seek these records to ensure transparency, procedural integrity, and ADA compliance.
Scope of Request: This FOIA request encompasses all relevant records associated with OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844, including records created, received, reviewed, or used by the Office for Civil Rights, CMS, DOJ Civil Rights Division, Connecticut DSS, and CHRO. The scope of this request is intended to capture all documentation, communications, and procedural records relevant to my case, OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844, which involves complaints regarding ADA non-compliance, discrimination, and procedural obstructions within DSS and CHRO.
Specifically, I request comprehensive disclosure of records under the following categories:
1. Complete Internal and External Communications
Emails, internal messages, letters, and digital communications related to OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
Communications between OCR personnel, CMS representatives, DOJ Civil Rights Division, Connecticut DSS, CHRO, and other stakeholders concerning ADA compliance, civil rights protections, whistleblower retaliation, and procedural handling.
Detailed logs of communications (including sender, recipient, date, and subject) between involved agencies and individuals in connection with OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
2. Personnel Documentation and Oversight Records
Records detailing the job roles, responsibilities, and titles of all OCR, CMS, DSS, and CHRO personnel involved in handling or overseeing my case, including specific ADA compliance roles, civil rights enforcement roles, and whistleblower handling responsibilities.
Organizational charts and supervisory oversight documentation for all personnel involved in or overseeing OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
3. Case Handling and Decision-Making Documentation
Internal and external case reports, status updates, decision-making logs, case processing logs, workflow charts, and progress reports specific to OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
Detailed descriptions and timelines for each action taken, including explanations for any delays, incomplete responses, or procedural omissions related to this case.
Records outlining guidance documents and internal policies referenced in processing OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844, particularly ADA, FOIA, and civil rights compliance guidelines.
4. Contracts, Agreements, and Financial Records
Any contracts, agreements, MOUs, or financial transactions relevant to OCRs engagement with external consultants or resources in relation to my case.
Records reflecting financial allocations and expenditures applied to the investigation, management, or oversight of OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844, including budgets for ADA compliance and civil rights enforcement.
5. Policy and Procedural Documentation
Complete internal policies, procedural guidelines, and compliance standards related to OCRs handling of ADA complaints, civil rights compliance, whistleblower protections, and procedural integrity.
OCRs guidelines and directives for ADA accommodation and compliance processing, especially regarding brain injury survivors, Medicaid consumer protections, and the handling of complex FOIA requests.
6. Historical Records and Documentation of Previous Complaints
Complaint histories, retaliation protections, and whistleblower complaint records involving personnel handling OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
Previous investigations, formal complaints, and procedural changes related to ADA, FOIA, and whistleblower protections within OCR, DSS, or CHRO.
7. Complete Document Histories, Drafts, and Revisions
All drafts, versions, and annotated notes of official documents generated in relation to OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
Complete histories of document revisions, including tracked changes, comments, and updates by OCR, DSS, or CHRO personnel.
8. Audit Findings, Compliance Reviews, and Corrective Action Records
Internal or third-party audit findings, compliance reviews, and corrective action plans related to the procedural handling of ADA complaints, FOIA administration, and whistleblower protections, particularly those affecting OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
Documentation of federal or state compliance investigations or oversight reports relevant to OCRs ADA and civil rights compliance responsibilities.
9. FOIA Compliance and Denials, Redactions, and Justifications
Documentation of any previous FOIA responses, denials, redactions, and exemptions applied to my requests concerning OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844.
For any redactions, I request a clear explanation, including specific legal exemptions cited, justifications, and summaries of withheld content to maintain transparency and accessibility.
Accommodation Requirements for Compliance
To ensure that all records are accessible and ADA-compliant, please apply the following accommodations consistently:
Exclusive Email-Only Communication:
Send all responses, records, and updates exclusively via email to AabiWR@live.com. Do not use physical mail, phone calls, portal-based communications, or any external links. This ensures uninterrupted and barrier-free access to information.
Accessible Document Formatting:
Include the full text of each response within the email body, and attach all supporting documents as labeled PDFs, organized by category and date.
Ensure documents are screen reader-compatible to maintain accessibility.
Clear Justifications for Redactions and Denials:
For any withheld or redacted records, provide a complete justification, including specific statutes or legal exemptions. Include a summary of redacted content wherever feasible.
Identification of Responsible FOIA Officers and Supervisory Personnel:
Provide the full names, titles, email addresses, and phone numbers of all FOIA officers, decision-makers, or supervisors handling this request.
Request for Expedited Processing
Given the significance of OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 and the public interest in ADA compliance, civil rights enforcement, and procedural integrity within DSS and CHRO, I request expedited processing under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E). Delayed access to these records obstructs effective oversight and hinders efforts to protect vulnerable populations.
Justification for Fee Waiver
This request seeks information critical to the public interest regarding ADA enforcement, civil rights protections, and DSSs handling of Medicaid-related complaints. Disclosure will directly benefit public understanding and support governmental accountability. Therefore, I request a waiver of all associated fees, as this request is not for commercial purposes.
Timeline for Response
Under FOIA, I request acknowledgment within the statutory timeframe, along with a timeline for compliance. Please notify me promptly if clarifications or additional processing time are needed. Contact me exclusively at AabiWR@live.com.
Legal Basis for This Request
This request and appeal are grounded in the following statutes:
5 U.S.C. 552 (Federal FOIA) Governing the publics right to access federal records.
Connecticut FOIA (C.G.S. 1-200 to 1-242) Requiring prompt, transparent access to state records.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) Ensuring reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) Mandating equal access and accommodation for individuals with disabilities in federally funded programs.
Thank you for your attention to this important matter. Full and prompt disclosure of these records is crucial for ensuring transparency, ADA compliance, and public accountability within the governments handling of ADA-related complaints and civil rights protections.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
Email: AabiWR@live.com
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In 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.
Thank 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.
Sincerely,
DAVID MEDEIROS
Comprehensive FOIA Appeal for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 Non-Compliance and ADA Violations
From: David Medeiros, Founder, ABI Resources
Date: November 20, 2024
To:
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR)
CC: Relevant Federal and State Oversight Authorities (detailed below)
Subject: Appeal for Non-Compliance Regarding FOIA Request OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844
Dear FOIA Officers, Supervisory Officers, and Oversight Authorities,
I am filing this appeal due to the failure to comply with my FOIA request submitted on November 7, 2024, concerning OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844. This non-compliance constitutes violations of the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. 552), ADA (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794). The request involves critical records on ADA compliance, whistleblower protections, and civil rights enforcement pertaining to my case with the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO).
This appeal underscores systemic administrative failures, procedural delays, and possible retaliation for whistleblower activity, which infringe upon constitutional and statutory rights.
Legal and Procedural Violations
1. FOIA Violations (5 U.S.C. 552):
Failure to Respond within Deadlines:
Federal FOIA mandates a response within 20 business days. As of November 20, 2024, no acknowledgment or substantive response has been received, violating 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A).
Failure to Provide Expedited Processing:
Expedited processing is required when requests involve urgent matters of public interest, as outlined in 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E). The lack of action directly impedes oversight of ADA enforcement and civil rights protections for vulnerable populations.
Failure to Identify Responsible Personnel:
FOIA requires agencies to identify the officer(s) responsible for handling the request (5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(B)(ii)). This information has not been provided, further delaying resolution and undermining accountability.
2. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Violations:
Denial of Reasonable Accommodations:
My non-negotiable ADA accommodations were ignored. These include exclusive email communication via MuckRock, accessible formats for records, and detailed summaries for complex content. Non-compliance violates 42 U.S.C. 12132 and 29 U.S.C. 794.
Failure to Provide Accessible Formats:
Agencies are required to provide screen-reader-compatible PDFs and other accessible formats. Denial of accessible records constitutes a violation of disability rights.
3. Constitutional Violations:
First Amendment Right to Petition:
FOIA requests are a mechanism for petitioning the government. Failure to respond obstructs my ability to engage in oversight, infringing on my First Amendment rights.
Due Process Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments:
Denying access to these records obstructs my ability to advocate for ADA compliance and civil rights enforcement, violating my due process rights.
Whistleblower Retaliation:
Delayed responses and lack of transparency may reflect retaliation for my oversight activities, which are protected under the Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C. 2302).
Systemic Failures and Broader Impacts
1. Erosion of Public Trust:
Non-compliance with FOIA obligations undermines transparency, eroding public confidence in the governments commitment to ADA enforcement and civil rights protections.
2. Impediments to Oversight:
Failure to disclose these records obstructs interagency coordination between OCR, CMS, DOJ, DSS, and CHRO, weakening oversight of Medicaid-funded programs and ADA enforcement.
3. Precedent for Inefficiency:
Administrative delays and procedural obstructions discourage public engagement and set a dangerous precedent for suppressing accountability.
Relief Requested
Immediate Acknowledgment:
I request acknowledgment of this appeal within five business days, as required by FOIA.
Compliance with ADA Accommodations:
Agencies must fulfill the following Non-Negotiable ADA Accommodations:
Exclusive Email Communication: All responses must be sent via email to MuckRock. Portal-based responses, phone calls, or physical mail are prohibited.
Accessible Formats: Records must be screen-reader-compatible PDFs, with detailed summaries for complex content.
Identification of Responsible Personnel: Names, titles, and contact information of all personnel managing this request must be provided.
Redaction Justifications: Redacted records must include statutory citations and summaries of withheld content.
Expedited Processing:
Given the urgency of ADA and civil rights enforcement, expedited processing must be applied under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E).
Fee Waiver:
As this request serves the public interest in ADA and civil rights compliance, all associated fees must be waived under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(4)(A)(iii).
Supplemental Search:
I request a thorough supplemental review of interagency records and communications involving OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844, ensuring full compliance.
Case Law Supporting Appeal
U.S. DOJ v. Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press (1989): Reinforced FOIAs purpose to prevent government secrecy and enhance transparency.
NARA v. Favish (2004): Confirmed FOIAs role in public oversight of government actions.
Lane v. Brown (2014): Highlighted the critical importance of ADA accommodations for ensuring equal access.
Timeline of Events
November 7, 2024: Original FOIA request submitted via MuckRock.
November 20, 2024: Appeal submitted due to lack of response and failure to meet ADA and FOIA requirements.
Escalation Plan
If compliance is not achieved immediately, I will escalate through the following channels:
State Oversight:
I will file a formal complaint with the Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission to enforce compliance.
Federal Oversight:
I will escalate the matter to the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and file a complaint with the DOJ Civil Rights Division for ADA non-compliance.
Judicial Action:
I reserve the right to pursue remedies in federal court, seeking injunctive relief for FOIA and ADA violations.
Conclusion
I demand immediate action on this appeal, including acknowledgment of ADA accommodations, release of requested records, and adherence to statutory obligations under FOIA and ADA. Continued non-compliance will result in formal complaints and judicial escalation.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC:
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Merrick Garland, Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
William Tong, Attorney General, State of Connecticut
Dr. Manisha Juthani, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health
Andrea Barton Reeves, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services
Bryan T. Cafferelli, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection
Escalated FOIA Appeal Non-Compliance with OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844
Subject: Final Appeal for FOIA Non-Compliance Violations of Constitutional Rights, ADA Accommodations, Whistleblower Protections, and Taxpayer Accountability
To: U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Disability Rights Section, Civil Rights Division
Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530-0001
Email: foia.requests@usdoj.gov
Date: December 17, 2024
From:
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
Email: AabiWR@live.com
FOIA Reference: Comprehensive Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Filed November 7, 2024)
Introduction
This formal appeal addresses the systemic non-compliance with my FOIA request submitted on November 7, 2024 concerning OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844. The request pertains to ADA non-compliance, procedural irregularities, and whistleblower retaliation involving the Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) and the Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO).
Your failure to respond violates:
FOIA (5 U.S.C. 552) Federal public access laws.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) Guaranteeing accessible accommodations.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) Ensuring equal access for individuals with disabilities.
Constitutional Rights First, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments.
Whistleblower Protections (5 U.S.C. 2302; 31 U.S.C. 3729).
This non-compliance obstructs oversight, suppresses public accountability, and undermines constitutional and statutory obligations.
Grounds for Appeal
1. FOIA Violations 5 U.S.C. 552
A. Failure to Respond Within Statutory Timelines
Under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6), agencies must acknowledge and respond to FOIA requests within 20 business days. As of December 17, 2024, no substantive response has been provided.
Legal Precedent: Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington v. DOJ, 846 F.3d 1235 (D.C. Cir. 2017).
B. Failure to Conduct Reasonable Search
Agencies are required to conduct a good-faith search across all relevant systems, divisions, and personnel. Claiming no records exist without documented search efforts violates FOIA.
Legal Precedent: Morley v. CIA, 508 F.3d 1108 (D.C. Cir. 2007).
C. Denial of Expedited Processing
My request qualifies for expedited processing under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E) because it concerns urgent public interest in civil rights enforcement and ADA compliance.
Legal Precedent: Al-Fayed v. CIA, 254 F.3d 300 (D.C. Cir. 2001).
Remedies:
Immediate production of all requested records.
A Vaughn Index if exemptions/redactions are claimed, detailing the legal basis for each.
Sworn affidavit outlining the scope and methodology of the search.
2. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Violations
Despite my explicit ADA accommodation requests, your agency has failed to:
Confirm exclusive email-only communication.
Provide records in screen-reader-compatible PDF format.
Summarize complex records for accessibility.
These failures violate:
ADA Title II (42 U.S.C. 12132) Prohibiting disability-based discrimination.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) Ensuring equal access to federally funded programs.
Legal Precedent: Lane v. Brown, 841 F.3d 1098 (9th Cir. 2016).
Remedies:
Immediate confirmation of my requested ADA accommodations.
All responsive records in accessible formats as outlined.
3. Constitutional Violations
A. First Amendment Right to Petition
FOIA is a tool for public oversight and government petition. Obstructing access to information infringes upon my First Amendment rights.
Legal Basis: Richmond Newspapers v. Virginia, 448 U.S. 555 (1980).
B. Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments Due Process and Equal Protection
The failure to provide timely responses and accessible records deprives me of my due process rights and discriminates based on my disability.
Remedies:
Acknowledgment of these violations.
Immediate corrective action to prevent further constitutional infringement.
4. Whistleblower Retaliation and Transparency Failures
This FOIA request supports whistleblower disclosures concerning systemic failures within DSS and CHRO, protected under:
Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C. 2302).
False Claims Act (31 U.S.C. 3729 et seq.).
Your agencys delays may constitute suppression of whistleblower-protected disclosures and obstruct oversight of Medicaid-funded services.
Remedy: Release all records related to OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 without further delay.
Requested Remedies and Actions
Violation Legal Basis Remedy Sought
Delayed Response FOIA 552(a)(6) Full production of records within 10 business days.
Denial of Expedited Processing FOIA 552(a)(6)(E) Immediate approval of expedited processing.
ADA Non-Compliance ADA Title II; 504 Provide ADA accommodations within 5 business days.
Failure to Conduct Reasonable Search Morley v. CIA Sworn affidavit detailing search scope and methodology.
Failure to Justify Redactions FOIA 552(b) Provide Vaughn Index for all redactions or exemptions claimed.
Suppression of Whistleblower Data WPA; False Claims Act Immediate release of whistleblower-related records.
Non-Negotiable ADA Accommodations
Exclusive Muckrock Platform Communications:
Accessible Formats: Documents must be provided in screen-reader-compatible PDF.
Summarized Records: Complex documents must include plain-language summaries.
Identification of Responsible Personnel: Provide names, titles, and contact details of all FOIA officers handling this request.
Escalation Path for Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with this appeal within the stated deadlines will result in the following actions:
Formal Complaints: Filed with the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and the DOJ Civil Rights Division for ADA violations.
Connecticut FOIA Commission: State-level enforcement of FOIA obligations.
Judicial Remedies: Federal litigation to compel compliance, secure injunctive relief, and recover attorneys fees.
Congressional and Media Oversight: Notification to oversight committees and public media outlets to expose systemic failures.
Response Timeline
5 Business Days: Acknowledge receipt of this appeal and confirm ADA accommodations.
10 Business Days: Fulfill all requested records or provide legally sufficient justifications for non-production.
Conclusion
This appeal is legally sound, procedurally justified, and supported by statutory and case law. Continued non-compliance violates federal FOIA, ADA obligations, constitutional rights, and whistleblower protections. I demand immediate corrective action to ensure transparency, accountability, and full compliance with your statutory obligations.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.
CC:
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
1. Merrick B. Garland
Title: Attorney General
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
2. Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
3. Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
4. Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
Phone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
5. Michael G. Seidel
Title: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, Information Management Division
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: foipaquestions@fbi.gov
6. Priscilla Jones
Title: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
7. Rianna Barrett
Title: Associate Chief, Administrative Appeals Staff
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
8. Christina Trojan
Title: Chief, Administrative Appeals Staff
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
9. Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Phone: (202) 690-7000
Email: secretary@hhs.gov
10. Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-3000
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
11. Lisa Pino
Title: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS
Phone: (800) 368-1019
Email: ocrmail@hhs.gov
Connecticut State Officials
12. Ned Lamont
Title: Governor, State of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 566-4840
Email: governor.lamont@ct.gov
13. William Tong
Title: Attorney General, State of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 808-5318
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
14. Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Phone: (860) 424-5053
Email: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov
Congressional Oversight Committees
15. James Comer
Title: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Phone: (202) 225-5074
Email: oversightpress@mail.house.gov
16. Gary Peters
Title: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Phone: (202) 224-2627
Email: committee@hsgac.senate.gov
17. Jamie Raskin
Title: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Phone: (202) 225-5341
Email: civilrights@mail.house.gov
18. Dick Durbin
Title: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Phone: (202) 224-2152
Email: judiciary@senate.gov
Kristen Clarke Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Michael E. Horowitz Inspector General, DOJ
Alina M. Semo Director, OGIS
Merrick B. Garland Attorney General
Xavier Becerra Secretary, HHS
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure Administrator, CMS
Lisa Pino Director, OCR HHS
Ned Lamont Governor of Connecticut
William Tong Connecticut Attorney General
Andrea Barton Reeves Commissioner, DSS
James Comer Chair, House Committee on Oversight
Gary Peters Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security
Jamie Raskin Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights
Dick Durbin Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Merrick B. Garland Attorney General, DOJ
Kristen Clarke Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Michael E. Horowitz Inspector General, DOJ
Alina M. Semo Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
Relevant Congressional Oversight Committees
CC (Escalation Authorities):
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Merrick Garland, Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, DOJ Civil Rights Division
William Tong, Attorney General, State of Connecticut
Dr. Manisha Juthani, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health
Andrea Barton Reeves, Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services
U.S. Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
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Subject: Final Assertion of Legal Obligations Under FOIA, ADA, and Constitutional Law
Subject: 11/07/2024 Freedom of Information Act Request: Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 ( Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division )
01.08.2025
To all It May Concern in All Relevant Departments and Divisions,
Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Disability Rights Section, Civil Rights Division
Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20530-0001
Email: foia.requests@usdoj.gov
This 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.
As 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.
1. FOIA Obligations: Statutory Mandates and Required Actions
FOIA establishes an enforceable right of access to federal agency records. Your response must meet the following requirements:
A. Timeliness
Under 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.
Countermeasure: Delays are actionable under Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington v. DOJ, 711 F.3d 180 (D.C. Cir. 2013).
Required Action: Provide the requested records or a lawful determination.
B. Adequacy of Search
FOIA requires a thorough and reasonable search for records, as established in Campbell v. DOJ, 164 F.3d 20 (D.C. Cir. 1998). This includes:
Identifying the databases, locations, and terms used.
Providing a sworn affidavit detailing the search scope.
Countermeasure: A vague claim of "no responsive records" is insufficient without a detailed affidavit.
Required Action: Submit a sworn affidavit documenting the search or confirm the existence of responsive records.
C. Proper Use of Exemptions
Exemptions under 5 U.S.C. 552(b) must be narrowly applied and justified with specific explanations. Blanket or vague exemptions are impermissible.
Countermeasure: A Vaughn index (Vaughn v. Rosen, 484 F.2d 820 (D.C. Cir. 1973)) is required to justify each withholding.
Required Action: Submit a Vaughn index detailing each exemption and its justification within 10 business days.
D. Decentralization and Referrals
Referrals 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.
Countermeasure: Require assurance of continuity and coordination across divisions.
Required Action: Consolidate records from all relevant offices and provide a unified response.
2. ADA and Rehabilitation Act Compliance: Equal Access as a Legal Right
As 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.
Case Law:
Tennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004): Agencies must ensure meaningful access to government services.
Alexander v. Choate, 469 U.S. 287 (1985): Denial of reasonable accommodations creates barriers that violate civil rights.
Required Action:
Provide all requested records in accessible formats, including plain-language summaries or electronic files compatible with assistive technologies.
Confirm compliance with ADA requirements by [specific date].
3. Mandated Reporting and Whistleblower Protections
Your 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.
Countermeasure: Reference Misprision of Felony (18 U.S.C. 4), which requires the reporting of observed violations of law.
Required Action: Document and escalate evidence of misconduct to oversight bodies, including the Office of Inspector General (OIG).
4. Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with your statutory obligations knowingly constitutes violations of:
Obstruction of Justice (18 U.S.C. 1505): Delaying lawful access to records obstructs public accountability.
Civil Rights Violations (42 U.S.C. 1983): Denying ADA accommodations constitutes a deprivation of federally protected rights.
Misprision of Felony (18 U.S.C. 4): Concealing or failing to report observed violations is a criminal act.
Countermeasure: Prepare for judicial review, oversight complaints, and public advocacy if compliance fails.
5. Escalation Pathways
If your office does not comply within the specified timeframe, I will escalate this matter through:
Judicial Review: Filing a lawsuit under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(4)(B) to compel disclosure.
Oversight Complaints: Submitting formal complaints to OGIS, OIG, and the DOJ Civil Rights Division.
Public Advocacy: Engaging investigative journalists, transparency advocates, and public interest organizations to ensure accountability.
6. Final Statement: Upholding Transparency and Accountability
This 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.
I look forward to your prompt and substantive response.
David Medeiros
ABI Resources
State of Connecticut Officials:
Governor Ned Lamont
Title: Governor of Connecticut
Office Address: State Capitol, 210 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 566-4840
Toll-Free: (800) 406-1527
TDD: (860) 524-7397
Email: Contact Form
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/governor
Attorney General William Tong
Title: Attorney General of Connecticut
Office Address: 165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 808-5318
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/ag
Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Office Address: 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105
Phone: (860) 424-5053
Email: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/dss
Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)
Office Address: 165 Capitol Avenue, Suite 1100, Hartford, CT 06106
Phone: (860) 566-5682
Toll-Free: 1-866-374-3617
Email: foi@ct.gov
Website: https://portal.ct.gov/foi
Federal Officials and Agencies:
Senator Richard Blumenthal
Title: U.S. Senator from Connecticut
Washington D.C. Office Address: 706 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-2823
Email: Contact Form
Website: https://www.blumenthal.senate.gov
Senator Chris Murphy
Title: U.S. Senator from Connecticut
Washington D.C. Office Address: 136 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-4041
Email: Contact Form
Website: https://www.murphy.senate.gov
U.S. Department of Justice Civil Rights Division
Title: Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Website: https://www.justice.gov/crt
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
Title: Director Alina M. Semo
Office Address: 8601 Adelphi Road-OGIS, College Park, MD 20740-6001
Phone: (202) 741-5770
Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Website: https://www.archives.gov/ogis
Attorney General Merrick Garland
Title: U.S. Attorney General
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
Website: https://www.justice.gov/ag
Inspector General
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, U.S. Department of Justice
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Website: https://oig.justice.gov
Comptroller General
Gene L. Dodaro
Title: Comptroller General of the United States, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Office Address: 441 G Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20548
Phone: (202) 512-3000
Email: contact@gao.gov
Website: https://www.gao.gov
Congressional Oversight Committees
James Comer
Title: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Office Address: 2157 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: (202) 225-5074
Email: oversightpress@mail.house.gov
Website: https://oversight.house.gov
Gary Peters
Title: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Office Address: 340 Dirksen Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-2627
Email: committee@hsgac.senate.gov
Website: https://www.hsgac.senate.gov
Jamie Raskin
Title: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Office Address: 2157 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: (202) 225-5341
Email: civilrights@mail.house.gov
Website: https://raskin.house.gov
Dick Durbin
Title: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Office Address: 711 Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-2152
Email: judiciary@senate.gov
Website: https://www.judiciary.senate.gov
Rosa DeLauro
Title: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee
Office Address: 2413 Rayburn House Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20515
Phone: (202) 225-3661
Email: appropriations@mail.house.gov
Website: https://appropriations.house.gov
Bernie Sanders
Title: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee
Office Address: 428 Senate Dirksen Office Building, Washington, D.C. 20510
Phone: (202) 224-5141
Email: helpcommittee@senate.gov
Website: https://www.help.senate.gov
Advocacy and Transparency Organizations
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Office Address: 125 Broad Street, 18th Floor, New York, NY 10004
Phone: (212) 549-2500
Email: info@aclu.org
Website: https://www.aclu.org
Government Accountability Project (GAP)
Office Address: 1612 K Street NW, Suite 1100, Washington, D.C. 20006
Phone: (202) 457-0034
Email: info@whistleblower.org
Website: https://www.whistleblower.org
National Whistleblower Center (NWC)
Office Address: 3238 P Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20007
Phone: (202) 342-1903
Email: info@whistleblowers.org
Website: https://www.whistleblowers.org
Public Citizen
Office Address: 1600 20th Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
Phone: (202) 588-1000
Email: action@citizen.org
Website: https://www.citizen.org
Open the Government
Office Address: 1612 K Street NW, Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20006
Phone: (202) 332-6736
Email: info@openthegovernment.org
Website: https://www.openthegovernment.org
Healthcare Oversight Officials
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Office Address: 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201
Phone: (202) 690-7000
Email: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov
Website: https://www.hhs.gov
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Office Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (410) 786-3000
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
Website: https://www.cms.gov
Lisa Pino
Title: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS
Phone: (800) 368-1019
Email: ocrmail@hhs.gov
Website: https://www.hhs.gov/ocr
Michelle A. James
Title: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS
Phone: (410) 786-3033
Email: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov
Emmett Nicholson
Title: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, CMS
Phone: (410) 786-7623
Email: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov
This 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!
Justice and Civil Rights Oversight
Merrick Garland
Title: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
Website: https://www.justice.gov/ag
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, DOJ
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Website: https://www.justice.gov/crt
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Website: https://oig.justice.gov
Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Office Address: 8601 Adelphi Road-OGIS, College Park, MD 20740-6001
Phone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Website: https://www.archives.gov/ogis
Priscilla Jones
Title: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP), DOJ
Office Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20530
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
Additional Federal Oversight Authorities
Michael G. Seidel
Title: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI
Office Address: 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20535
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: foipaquestions@fbi.gov
Gene L. Dodaro
Title: Comptroller General of the United States, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Office Address: 441 G Street NW, Washington, D.C. 20548
Phone: (202) 512-3000
Email: contact@gao.gov
Website: https://www.gao.gov
Proposed Appointees
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Title: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Office Address: 200 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20201
Phone: (877) 696-6775
Email: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov
Kash Patel
Title: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Office Address: 935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20535
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: kash.patel@fbi.gov
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Title: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Office Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (800) 633-4227
Email: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov
Vivek Ramaswamy
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Office Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
Email: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov
Elon Musk
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Office Address: 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
Email: elon.musk@doge.gov
Summary of Responsibilities
Each 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:
Oversight & Accountability: Ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, including Medicaid regulations, FOIA, ADA, and civil rights protections.
Transparency & Advocacy: Promoting open government practices and supporting whistleblower activities.
Civil Rights Enforcement: Addressing violations of constitutional and statutory protections against discrimination.
Legislative Oversight: Monitoring government programs and expenditures, particularly those impacting vulnerable populations like Medicaid beneficiaries.
Judicial and Administrative Review: Offering remedies for non-compliance through litigation or administrative actions.
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Disease Control and Prevention United States of America 11/15/2024 10/29/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 11/19/2024 10/29/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 11/19/2024 10/29/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Justice, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs)
Fix Required DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs United States of America 11/20/2024 11/02/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 11/21/2024 11/02/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department Of Justice)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 11/22/2024 11/02/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 12/04/2024 11/22/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/04/2024 11/02/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Public Health)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health Connecticut 12/04/2024 10/17/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/05/2024 10/17/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Health and Human Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/06/2024 10/29/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Government Accountability Office)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Government Accountability Office United States of America 12/07/2024 11/23/2024
Request with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (U.S. Department of State)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/07/2024 11/08/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Public Health)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health Connecticut 12/10/2024 11/02/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/10/2024 10/17/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office Of Policy And Management)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/10/2024 10/17/2024
Records on OSC Cases Related to Office of the Special Counsel. DI-25-000310DI-25-000325DI-25-000379
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/11/2024 12/09/2024
NPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/11/2024 11/05/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Public Health - Medical Examining Board)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Public Health - Medical Examining Board Connecticut 12/11/2024 10/17/2024
Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/12/2024 11/07/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/12/2024 11/22/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of Special Counsel)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/12/2024 11/23/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Senate Office of Public Records)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Senate Office of Public Records United States of America 12/12/2024 10/17/2024
Records 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)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/12/2024 11/13/2024
Request for Comprehensive Records Pertaining to Report Number 533252-GXC (Department of Justice, Civil Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/12/2024 11/20/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Civil Division)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/13/2024 11/22/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Office Of Policy And Management)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/14/2024 11/22/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health United States of America 12/14/2024 11/23/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 12/16/2024 11/13/2024
State 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024
State 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/23/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024
State 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/16/2024 10/25/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Federal Bureau of Investigation)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Bureau of Investigation United States of America 12/17/2024 10/17/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department Of Justice Office Of Administration)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice Office Of Administration United States of America 12/17/2024 11/22/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 10/29/2024
Records Pertaining to Complaint #542283-VPS and Associated Actions (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/17/2024 12/10/2024
Request for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 11/08/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office Of Policy And Management)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/25/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the Governor)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Governor Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Economic and Community Development)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Economic and Community Development Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024
Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/17/2024 11/07/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024
Request for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 12/17/2024 11/08/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Office Of Policy And Management)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/29/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of State Ethics)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of State Ethics Connecticut 12/17/2024 10/17/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/18/2024 10/24/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the State Comptroller)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the State Comptroller Connecticut 12/18/2024 10/17/2024
State 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/19/2024 10/25/2024
State 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/19/2024 10/23/2024
OSC case number: DI-12112024134 the Office of Special Counsel (OSC)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/19/2024 12/12/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/19/2024 11/13/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/19/2024 11/13/2024
Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 12/20/2024 11/07/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/20/2024 10/25/2024
Comprehensive FOIA Request for OCR Transaction Number: 01-25-592844 (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/21/2024 11/07/2024
Directory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office Of Policy And Management)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/21/2024 11/12/2024
Request with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Director, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 12/21/2024 11/08/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/23/2024 11/13/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 12/23/2024 11/13/2024
Request for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Civil Division)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Division United States of America 12/23/2024 11/08/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (National Archives and Records Administration)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS National Archives and Records Administration United States of America 12/23/2024 11/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Legal Counsel United States of America 12/23/2024 12/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 12/23/2024 12/23/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 12/24/2024 10/17/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division United States of America 12/25/2024 11/02/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Federal Bureau of Investigation United States of America 12/26/2024 12/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024
NPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 12/27/2024 11/05/2024
OSC 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)
Rejected DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health United States of America 12/27/2024 12/23/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Office Of Policy And Management)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of Policy And Management Connecticut 12/30/2024 11/22/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 12/30/2024 12/23/2024
OSC 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)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 12/30/2024 12/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services New York 12/31/2024 12/23/2024
Full 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
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 12/31/2024 12/19/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 12/31/2024 12/23/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Government Accountability Office)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Government Accountability Office United States of America 12/31/2024 10/29/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 12/31/2024 10/17/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 12/31/2024 11/02/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Labor)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor United States of America 12/31/2024 10/17/2024
NPI Numbers and Provider Information under Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 12/31/2024 11/05/2024
Records Pertaining to Complaint #542283-VPS and Associated Actions (U.s. Department Of Justice)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS U.s. Department Of Justice Washington 01/01/2025 12/10/2024
Records on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 01/01/2025 12/23/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/29/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/02/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/02/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/23/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/23/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 10/23/2024
Request for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024
Request with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Office of Government Information Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024
FOIA Request for All Records Related to DOJ Complaint Number 533252-GXC
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 11/09/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Connecticut House Of Representatives)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut House Of Representatives Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Office of the State Comptroller)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the State Comptroller Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/29/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/01/2025 10/25/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Labor)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Labor United States of America 01/01/2025 11/02/2024
Request for Estimated Completion Date and ADA Accommodation Confirmation for FOIA Request No. 25-00044-F (U.S. Department of State)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS U.S. Department of State United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/24/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/17/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/24/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/13/2024
Directory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office of the Governor)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Governor Connecticut 01/01/2025 11/12/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS Department of State, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/13/2024
Exposing 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights United States of America 01/01/2025 11/23/2024
Request with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/01/2025 11/08/2024
Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities (CHRO) Freedom Of Information Act FOIA Records (Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities Connecticut 01/01/2025 10/25/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health and Human Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 01/01/2025 11/23/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 01/02/2025 10/29/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Director, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024
ADA 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Director, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Director, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024
Exposing 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)
Processing 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
Exposing 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
Exposing 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
Exposing 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])
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel, Office of General Counsel [APPEALS] United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
Exposing 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)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Office Of The Special Counsel Of Robert Mueller United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Office of Government Information Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Acknowledgement DAVID MEDEIROS United States Congressional Budget Office United States of America 01/02/2025 12/23/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/23/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 11/22/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services United States of America 01/02/2025 10/29/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department Of Labor)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Labor Connecticut 01/02/2025 10/17/2024
Directory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Ct Freedom Of Information Agency)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Ct Freedom Of Information Agency United States of America 01/02/2025 11/12/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice - FOIA/PA Mail Referral Unit United States of America 01/02/2025 12/23/2024
Directory of all FOIA Contacts and Administrative Guidelines for all Connecticut Government Agencies (Office of Government Information Services)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Government Information Services United States of America 01/03/2025 11/12/2024
Exposing 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia United States of America 01/03/2025 11/23/2024
Records 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/03/2025 11/13/2024
Records on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Social Services)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Social Services Connecticut 01/03/2025 11/13/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Treasury United States of America 01/03/2025 12/23/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/03/2025 11/22/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth Connecticut 01/03/2025 10/17/2024
OSC 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)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General United States of America 01/03/2025 12/23/2024
Request with ADA Accommodation Requirements (Case No. 25-00044-F) (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 01/05/2025 11/08/2024
Records on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (U.s. Department Of Justice)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS U.s. Department Of Justice Washington 01/06/2025 11/13/2024
State and Federal FOIA Request for Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program Provider Registry | Connecticut (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/06/2025 10/23/2024
Records Pertaining to Medicaid Services for NPI 1962278119 and NPI 1023012345 (Department of Justice, Criminal Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Criminal Division United States of America 01/06/2025 11/02/2024
Records on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/06/2025 11/13/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General United States of America 01/07/2025 11/23/2024
Records 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 Information Policy)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/07/2025 11/13/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Consumer Protection)
Completed DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Consumer Protection Connecticut 01/07/2025 10/17/2024
ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) (Department Of Justice)
Processing DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy United States of America 01/07/2025 11/23/2024
DOJ Complaints 534659-XGL and 539298-RJM, ADA Compliance, and Related Correspondence (Department Of Justice)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department Of Justice United States of America 01/07/2025 11/22/2024
Records Regarding Connecticut Medicaid Programs, ABI Waiver, Amendments, and Federal Agency Oversight and Communications with Accenture and Manatt (2012Present) (Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut Connecticut 01/07/2025 10/29/2024
Request for Comprehensive Records Pertaining to Report Number 533252-GXC (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/07/2025 11/20/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/07/2025 10/17/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services United States of America 01/07/2025 10/17/2024
OSC 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, Executive Office for United States Attorneys)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Executive Office for United States Attorneys United States of America 01/07/2025 12/23/2024
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Department of Health and Human Services)
Awaiting Appeal DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Health and Human Services United States of America 01/07/2025 10/17/2024
Records on Medicaid Billing Actions, ADA Compliance, and Retaliation Against ABI Resources LLC Ticket #539494 Following December 18, 2023, Whistleblower Report (Office of Special Counsel)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Office of Special Counsel United States of America 01/08/2025 11/13/2024
Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division)
Awaiting Response DAVID MEDEIROS Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division United States of America 01/08/2025 11/23/2024
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David Medeiros
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ADA Accommodations Request
This request includes explicit ADA accommodations to address cognitive processing challenges resulting from my traumatic brain injury (TBI). These accommodations are legally required under Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
Requested ADA Accommodations
To ensure accessibility and compliance with ADA standards (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), I request the following accommodations for all communications and records:
Screen-Reader Compatible Formats
All documents must be provided in properly labeled PDFs or plain-text files.
Ensure that the documents are screen-reader compatible and retain clear, accessible formatting.
Exclusive MuckRock Platform Communication
All communications must occur exclusively via the MuckRock platform.
Do not send external links, emails, portals, passwords, codes, or require phone calls for access.
Text Embedded in Email Bodies
Key information must be embedded directly in the email body to facilitate comprehension and accessibility.
Simplified Summaries
Provide plain-language summaries for complex or legal documents to ensure clarity and understanding.
Identification of Responsible Officers
Include the full name, title, and contact information of all responsible officers handling this request.
Non-Negotiable Compliance
These accommodations are non-negotiable and are essential for ensuring equal access to information. Failure to provide the requested accommodations may constitute a violation of the ADA and the Rehabilitation Act. Thank you for ensuring compliance and accessibility in addressing this request.
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