To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
Freedom of Information Act Request
Date: November 23, 2024
Submitted By: David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
39 Kings Hwy STE C
Gales Ferry, CT 06335
Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request Records Pertaining to Transparency, ADA Compliance, Whistleblower Protections, Medicaid, and Related Matters
To:
Freedom of Information Act Officer
U.S. Department of Justice
Office of Information Policy (OIP)
441 G Street NW, Sixth Floor
Washington, DC 20530-0001
CC:
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights Division
Bobak Talebian, Director, Office of Information Policy
Aundra Luckey, Freedom of Information/Privacy Acts Unit, Civil Rights Division
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration
Relevant Congressional Oversight Committees
Introduction
Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552, I request access to all records, communications, and agreements from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and related agencies. This request is submitted under federal law to ensure transparency, constitutional compliance, and accountability concerning whistleblower protections, ADA enforcement, and Medicaid oversight. The requested information holds significant public interest in safeguarding civil rights, promoting systemic reform, and ensuring taxpayer accountability.
Scope of Request
1. Case Identifiers
Provide all records and inter-agency communications related to the following cases:
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.
2. ADA Compliance and Enforcement
Records, communications, and agreements related to:
ADA Title II enforcement policies.
Complaints or investigations regarding ADA non-compliance in Medicaid programs.
Inter-agency communications between DOJ, CMS, and other entities concerning ADA accommodations, including whistleblower protections.
3. Whistleblower Protections
All records, policies, and communications involving whistleblower protections under 5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8).
Internal policies addressing retaliation protections for individuals reporting non-compliance with FOIA, ADA, or Medicaid oversight.
4. Medicaid Oversight
Internal audits, investigations, and compliance reviews conducted by the DOJ, CMS, and other agencies.
Records of Medicaid provider complaints, sanctions, or violations under the Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program.
Communication regarding systemic Medicaid transparency failures.
5. Processing Records
Metadata, logs, and records detailing how this FOIA request has been processed, including internal communications, software platforms used, and timestamps for all actions.
6. Cross-Referenced Searches
Ensure a thorough search of:
Digital archives, email servers, and shared inter-agency platforms.
Archived repositories, including records stored by supervisory personnel and contractors.
Constitutional and Statutory Justifications
First Amendment
Access to information is critical for public participation in governance, as recognized in New York Times Co. v. United States (1971).
Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments
Procedural delays and denials violate due process and equal protection under the law (Tennessee v. Lane, 2004).
Supremacy Clause (Article VI, Clause 2)
Federal FOIA and ADA laws supersede any conflicting agency-specific practices.
Relevant Statutes and Case Law
FOIA: 5 U.S.C. 552, U.S. DOJ v. Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press (1989).
ADA: Title II, 42 U.S.C. 12132, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, 29 U.S.C. 794.
Whistleblower Protections: 5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8).
Non-Negotiable ADA Accommodations
To ensure accessibility, I request adherence to the following accommodations:
MuckRock Platform Only: All communication must occur via MuckRock. Phone calls, external portals, and physical mail are prohibited.
Text in Email Body: Embed all response text in the email body for screen-reader compatibility.
Screen-Reader Compatible PDFs: All documents must be clearly labeled and provided in accessible formats.
Simplified Summaries: Include clear summaries for complex records.
Identification of Personnel: Provide names, titles, and contact information of all responsible individuals.
Statutory Justifications: Include detailed explanations for any redactions or denials, citing specific FOIA exemptions under 5 U.S.C. 552(b).
Expedited Processing: As this request involves public interest and ADA rights, process expeditiously under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E).
Public Interest Framing
This request directly serves public interest by:
Ensuring transparency and accountability in government programs involving taxpayer funds.
Safeguarding constitutional rights under the First, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments.
Highlighting systemic reform needs in ADA enforcement, Medicaid transparency, and whistleblower protections.
Consequences of Non-Compliance
Failure to comply with this request will result in:
Judicial Action: Pursuing legal remedies for injunctive relief and damages under FOIA and ADA statutes.
Oversight Escalation: Filing complaints with DOJ OIG, OGIS, or federal courts.
Public Disclosure: Engaging media, advocacy groups, and watchdog organizations to expose systemic non-compliance.
Conclusion
This request invokes the highest standards of constitutional law and statutory obligations. I expect a complete and transparent response within 20 business days, as required under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A).
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC:
Kristen Clarke (Assistant Attorney General)
Bobak Talebian (Director, Office of Information Policy)
Aundra Luckey (FOIA/PA Unit, Civil Rights Division)
OGIS (Office of Government Information Services)
Merrick B. Garland (Attorney General)
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure (CMS Administrator)
Xavier Becerra (HHS Secretary)
Congressional Oversight Committees:
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Senate Judiciary Committee Chairperson
Additional Oversight Entities:
U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Office of Special Counsel (OSC)
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Chairman: James Comer (R-KY)
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Chairman: Gary Peters (D-MI)
House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Chairman: Jamie Raskin (D-MD)
Senate Judiciary Committee
Chairman: Dick Durbin (D-IL)
Additional Oversight Entities:
U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Comptroller General: Gene L. Dodaro
U.S. Office of Special Counsel (OSC)
FOIA compliance, ADA accommodations, Medicaid transparency, systemic reform, whistleblower protections, accountability in government, healthcare fraud investigations, Medicaid oversight, DOJ records request, civil rights enforcement, accessibility advocacy, whistleblower retaliation, constitutional law, First Amendment transparency, Fifth Amendment due process, Fourteenth Amendment equal protection, taxpayer accountability, inter-agency communications, OIG audits, congressional oversight, GAO reviews, federal-state coordination, Medicaid fraud prevention, healthcare policy reform, government transparency. FOIA Exemption Codes (5 U.S.C. 552(b)): b(1), b(3), b(5)) Whistleblower Protections (5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8)): "ADA compliance," "Title II violations," and "civil rights complaints" DOJ, CMS, FBI, OIG, OSC, GAO, DHS Medicaid fraud," "systemic discrimination," "government transparency," and "FOIA litigation DB.42.131.Inf. Statutory and Executive Codes
5 U.S.C. 552: Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Mandates transparency and inter-agency cooperation for information sharing.
42 U.S.C. 12132: Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II Requires accessibility and cross-agency compliance.
29 U.S.C. 794: Rehabilitation Act, Section 504 Prohibits discrimination across federally funded programs.
5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8): Whistleblower Protection Act Shields employees reporting violations across agencies.
Executive Order 13392: Improving Agency Disclosure Calls for government-wide improvements in FOIA processing.
44 U.S.C. 3501: Paperwork Reduction Act Encourages streamlined data sharing and reduced duplication.
31 U.S.C. 3729-3733: False Claims Act Promotes inter-agency coordination in addressing fraud and misuse of federal funds.
6 U.S.C. 485: Homeland Security Information Sharing Establishes cross-agency information-sharing protocols. "Systemic enforcement challenges requiring cross-agency collaboration."
"Mandated by Executive Order 13392 for improved inter-agency transparency."
"Coordinated federal response necessary for compliance with 42 U.S.C. 12132."
"In alignment with Unified Federal Response Framework principles."
"Urgent action required to address inter-agency statutory obligations under FOIA and ADA." Office of Management and Budget (OMB): Coordinates federal budget and compliance.
Government Accountability Office (GAO): Investigates federal agency operations.
Office of Special Counsel (OSC): Manages whistleblower disclosures.
Department of Justice (DOJ) Civil Rights Division: Enforces ADA and civil rights laws.
This Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request demands the immediate attention of the highest authorities in the U.S. government. It directly addresses systemic failures in Medicaid oversight, ADA enforcement, and whistleblower protectionsissues central to the lives of millions of Americans and critical to the integrity of federal and state programs. By exposing potential misuse of taxpayer funds and barriers to accessibility for vulnerable populations, this request transcends individual cases to reveal a broader narrative of systemic accountability, justice, and public trust. Leaders in Congress, the Department of Justice, and oversight agencies have a constitutional obligation to act decisively on this matter to uphold the values of transparency, equality, and justice that underpin our democracy. Failure to respond promptly and fully to this FOIA request risks exposing entrenched inequities that erode public faith in our institutions.
This FOIA request also represents a rallying cry for journalists, advocates, and every American committed to justice and systemic reform. It shines a spotlight on the intersection of healthcare, civil rights, and government accountability, demanding immediate national discourse and united action. As the most comprehensive and consequential transparency effort in U.S. history, it calls for investigative reporting that transcends political divisions and highlights the universal human rights at stake. This is not just a request for informationit is a demand for transformative change, and its response has the potential to shape the future of U.S. healthcare and governance, sparking a nationwide movement for accountability, equity, and justice.
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
Your Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request is related to U.S. Department of Justice records, was intended for the U.S. Department of Justice, and was submitted pursuant to federal law. However, you submitted your FOIA request to the District of Columbia Department of Health. I believe that you submitted your FOIA request to the wrong FOIA Officer at the wrong agency. Please advise.
Until you reply, I will stop the timeclock for a FOIA request to a District of Columbia FOIA Officer.
Thanks.
Phillip L. Husband | Pronouns: He/Him/His
General Counsel and Freedom of Information Act Officer
Office of the General Counsel
District of Columbia Department of Health
Phillip.Husband@dc.gov<mailto:Phillip.Husband@dc.gov>
Main: 202-442-5977
Direct: 202-442-5970
Cell: 202-997-4943
2201 Shannon Place, SE, FL 4, Washington, DC 20020
dchealth.dc.gov
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District of Columbia
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12.04.2024 Subject: Immediate Compliance Required with ADA Accommodations and FOIA Obligations
Dear FOIA Officer
I am writing to formally reiterate my request for specific ADA accommodations and compliance with FOIA obligations, which are essential for my full participation in this process. These accommodations were explicitly requested to address accessibility needs stemming from my traumatic brain injury and to ensure compliance with federal law. To date, your office has failed to meet these requirements, resulting in undue barriers and systemic non-compliance.
Accommodations Previously Requested
The following accommodations, explicitly outlined in prior communications, remain unfulfilled:
Exclusive Use of MuckRock Platform
Requested: All communications must be routed exclusively through the MuckRock platform. No external portals, password-protected links, or alternate communication methods are acceptable.
Non-Compliance: Communications have directed me to use external portals and password-protected links, violating ADA guidelines and my explicit requests.
Accessible Document Formatting
Requested: All documents must be provided as screen-reader compatible PDFs, properly labeled and indexed for ease of navigation and accessibility.
Non-Compliance: Provided documents have not adhered to accessibility standards, preventing effective access to critical information.
Simplified Summaries for Complex Records
Requested: Simplified summaries must accompany all complex or technical records to enhance comprehension and ensure equitable participation.
Non-Compliance: No summaries have been provided, creating unnecessary barriers to understanding the records.
Identification of Responsible Personnel
Requested: Each communication must include the name, title, and role of the individual responsible for processing or responding to my requests.
Non-Compliance: Correspondence has consistently lacked this information, hindering accountability and effective follow-up.
Immediate Action Required
To rectify these ongoing failures and ensure compliance with federal laws, I demand the following actions be taken without delay:
Transition All Communications to MuckRock
Immediately cease the use of external portals or non-compliant communication methods and ensure all responses are routed exclusively through the MuckRock platform.
Provide Accessible Documents
Reformat and resend all previously provided documents as screen-reader compatible PDFs, properly labeled and indexed to ensure accessibility.
Include Simplified Summaries
Provide simplified summaries for all complex or technical records, both previously shared and in future communications, to ensure accessibility and equitable participation.
Identify Responsible Personnel
Include the name, title, and role of the individual responsible for every communication moving forward to ensure transparency and accountability.
Legal Basis for Compliance
Your office is legally obligated to comply with these accommodations under the following statutes and principles:
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): Title II, 42 U.S.C. 12132, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act mandate reasonable accommodations and accessibility in communications for individuals with disabilities.
Freedom of Information Act (FOIA): 5 U.S.C. 552 requires transparency, accessibility, and adherence to procedural fairness.
Constitutional Protections: The First, Fifth, and Fourteenth Amendments to the U.S. Constitution safeguard my rights to petition the government, due process, and equal protection under the law.
Executive Order 13392: Mandates improved agency disclosure of information to enhance transparency and accountability.
Deadline for Compliance
Your office must confirm compliance with these accommodations and provide the requested corrective actions within five (5) business days of this notice. Continued non-compliance will be documented as a violation of the ADA and FOIA and may result in escalation, including:
Formal Complaints: Filing with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Office for Civil Rights.
Judicial Remedies: Seeking injunctive relief and damages for ADA and FOIA violations.
Public Advocacy: Reporting systemic failures to oversight agencies, media, and advocacy organizations.
Conclusion
This communication serves as a final request for compliance. It is imperative that your office address these deficiencies promptly to restore transparency, accessibility, and adherence to federal law.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter. I look forward to your response and resolution by the stated deadline.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
DB.42.131.Inf.
CC
Federal Officials
Merrick B. Garland
Title: U.S. Attorney General
Contact: Department of Justice Contact Page
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Contact: Civil Rights Division Contact Page
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Contact: HHS Contact Page
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Contact: CMS Contact Page
Lisa M. Gomez
Title: Assistant Secretary, Employee Benefits Security Administration
Contact: EBSA Contact Page
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, U.S. Department of Justice
Contact: DOJ OIG Contact Page
Christi Grimm
Title: Inspector General, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Contact: HHS OIG Contact Page
Gene L. Dodaro
Title: Comptroller General, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Contact: GAO Contact Page
Connecticut State Officials
Ned Lamont
Title: Governor, State of Connecticut
Contact: Governor's Contact Page
William Tong
Title: Attorney General, State of Connecticut
Contact: Attorney General's Contact Page
Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Contact: DSS Contact Page
Manisha Juthani, MD
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health
Contact: DPH Contact Page
Jeffrey R. Beckham
Title: Secretary, Connecticut Office of Policy and Management
Contact: OPM Contact Page
Congressional Oversight Committees
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Chair: James Comer (R-KY)
Contact: Committee Contact Page
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Chair: Gary Peters (D-MI)
Contact: Committee Contact Page
House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Chair: Jamie Raskin (D-MD)
Contact: Subcommittee Contact Page
Senate Judiciary Committee
Chair: Dick Durbin (D-IL)
Contact: Committee Contact Page
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Mr. Medeiros, On behalf of Freedom of Information Officer Phillip Husband and in response to your recent request "Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552 [for] access to all records, communications, and agreements from the Department of Justice (DOJ) and related agencies," t heDepartment of Health responds that it is a District of Columbia agency, not a federal agency and as such is not governed by the federal Freedom of Information Act. We suggest that you contact the Freedom of Information Officer for the United States Department of Justice for the information you seek as follows: https://www.justice.gov/oip/find-foia-contact-doj/list This e-mail constitutes my final response on behalf of the Department of Health concerning your FOIA request. No FOIA fees are due for this response. Please know that, under D.C. Official Code 2-537 and 1 DCMR 412, you have the right to appeal this response to the Mayor or to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. If you elect to appeal to the Mayor, your appeal must be in writing and contain Freedom of Information Act Appeal or FOIA Appeal in the subject line of the letter as well on the outside of the envelope. The appeal must include (1) a copy of the original request; (2) a copy of any written denial; (3) a statement of the circumstances, reasons, and/or arguments advanced in support of disclosure; and (4) a daytime telephone number, an email address, and U.S. Mail address at which you can be reached. The appeal must be mailed to: The Mayors Office of Legal Counsel, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 407, Washington, D.C. 20004. Electronic versions of the same information can instead be emailed to foia.appeals@dc.gov. Further, a copy of all appeal materials must be forwarded to Phillip L. Husband, Freedom of Information Act Officer for the Department of Health, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Health, 2201 Shannon Place, SE, 4 (mailto:foia.appeals@dc.gov) th Floor, Washington, DC 20020 or via email to phillip.husband@dc.gov. Failure to follow these administrative steps will result in delay in the processing and commencement of a response to your appeal. (mailto:phillip.husband@dc.gov) If I may be of further assistance, please contact me.
Ed Rich
Edward Rich
Senior Assistant General Counsel
Office oftheGeneral Counsel
2201 Shannon Place SE 4th Floor Washington, DC 20020
202-442-5984 E dward dchealth.dc.gov
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Appeal Regarding Misrouting of FOIA Request and Non-Compliance with Statutory and Constitutional Obligations
Date: December 14, 2024
From: David Medeiros
Subject: Appeal for FOIA Request Misrouting and ADA Non-Compliance
To:
Phillip L. Husband
General Counsel and FOIA Officer
District of Columbia Department of Health
2201 Shannon Place, SE, FL 4
Washington, DC 20020
Email: phillip.husband@dc.gov
Ed Rich
Edward Rich
Senior Assistant General Counsel
Office of the General Counsel
2201 Shannon Place SE 4th Floor Washington, DC 20020
202-442-5984 E dward dchealth.dc.gov
CC:
Merrick B. Garland, Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division, DOJ
Michael E. Horowitz, Inspector General, DOJ
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, CMS
Alina M. Semo, Director, OGIS
Congressional Oversight Committees
Introduction
This appeal addresses the improper handling of my FOIA request (originally submitted on November 23, 2024) and the failure to comply with ADA-mandated accommodations. The District of Columbia Department of Health incorrectly identified itself as the agency responsible for processing the request, resulting in unnecessary delays. Furthermore, the response fails to meet statutory obligations for ADA accommodations, transparency, and procedural fairness under both federal and District law.
Key Issues
1. Misrouting of FOIA Request
The FOIA request explicitly sought records from federal agencies, including the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), not from the District of Columbia government. It is concerning that:
The DC Department of Health did not recognize this jurisdictional error upon receipt and failed to proactively forward the request to the appropriate federal agency. Example: The agency's failure to forward my FOIA request violates FOIAs 20-business-day response requirement under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A)(i).
The District has stopped the processing clock and redirected the burden of correction back to the requester, despite clear principles under FOIA and ADA requiring assistance to ensure timely access to records.
2. Failure to Provide ADA Accommodations FOIA and ADA regulations require public entities to provide reasonable assistance to ensure accessibility, particularly for individuals with documented disabilities.
My original request included explicit ADA accommodations, which have been ignored:
MuckRock Platform Only: Communications must be routed exclusively through MuckRock. This request has been disregarded, forcing the use of inaccessible external portals.
Screen-Reader-Compatible PDFs: Requested records must be in accessible formats. The response failed to confirm adherence to this requirement.
Simplified Summaries: Complex documents require simplified summaries, which have not been provided.
3. Procedural and Constitutional Violations
The mishandling of my request infringes upon my constitutional and statutory rights:
First Amendment: Denial of access to requested records obstructs my right to petition the government for redress of grievances.
Fifth Amendment: Delayed responses and failure to provide accommodations violate my procedural due process rights.
ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act: By not fulfilling the requested accommodations, your response discriminates against me as an individual with a documented disability.
Relief Requested As established in Tennessee v. Lane, 541 U.S. 509 (2004), public agencies must ensure that individuals with disabilities have equal access to governmental processes and information.
To rectify these issues, I demand the following actions:
1. Immediate Forwarding of the FOIA Request
The DC Department of Health must immediately forward my FOIA request to the appropriate federal agency:
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Office of Information Policy (OIP)
2. Full ADA Compliance
Ensure all future communications comply with ADA and Rehabilitation Act requirements:
Use the MuckRock platform exclusively for all communications.
Provide all responsive documents in screen-reader-compatible PDF formats, clearly labeled.
Include simplified summaries of technical or complex documents.
3. Identification of Responsible Personnel
Provide the full names, titles, and roles of all individuals involved in processing this request. Transparency is a cornerstone of both FOIA and public trust.
4. Statutory Justifications for Delays and Denials
Provide detailed statutory justifications for any delays, denials, or redactions, citing specific exemptions under 5 U.S.C. 552(b) or relevant District codes. The explicit reference to the U.S. Department of Justice in the subject line and body of my request clearly delineates the intended recipient. The failure to identify and correct this jurisdictional error demonstrates systemic procedural negligence.
5. Expedited Processing
Given the urgency of public interest in ADA enforcement, Medicaid oversight, and whistleblower protections, I demand expedited processing of this appeal. Under 5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8), whistleblower protections are violated when individuals are obstructed from reporting systemic failures in governance and transparency.
Consequences of Continued Non-Compliance
If the above issues are not resolved within 10 business days, I will escalate this matter through all available legal and administrative channels:
Formal Complaints: Filing with the Office of Government Information Services (OGIS) and the DOJ Office of the Inspector General (OIG).
Judicial Remedies: Pursuing injunctive relief and damages for violations of FOIA, ADA, and constitutional rights.
Public Advocacy: Reporting systemic non-compliance to oversight committees, advocacy organizations, and media outlets.
Conclusion
This appeal is submitted with an expectation of immediate corrective action to uphold the principles of transparency, accountability, and accessibility enshrined in federal and District law. Given the urgency of the matter and its public interest implications, I request a resolution within 10 business days. Failure to comply will result in formal escalation to oversight bodies and judicial forums to ensure justice and systemic reform.
Thank you for your attention to this critical issue. I look forward to your prompt response.This appeal underscores the importance of transparency, accessibility, and accountability in public governance. I expect the requested actions to be addressed promptly and fully. Failure to act will only exacerbate public mistrust and systemic inefficiencies.
This request is essential to addressing systemic failures in ADA enforcement, Medicaid oversight, and whistleblower protections, directly impacting vulnerable populations and taxpayer accountability.
Thank you for your immediate attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
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Merrick Garland
Title: U.S. Attorney General
Email: askdoj@usdoj.gov
Oversight: DOJ operations, FOIA compliance, ADA enforcement.
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Oversight: ADA enforcement and civil rights compliance.
Bobak Talebian
Title: Director, Office of Information Policy (DOJ)
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
Oversight: DOJ FOIA policy and appeals.
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Oversight: Investigations into systemic failures and misconduct within DOJ.
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Email: CMSAdministrator@cms.hhs.gov
Oversight: Medicaid program compliance and ADA accommodation policies.
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Email: secretary@hhs.gov
Oversight: Federal Medicaid oversight and ADA compliance.
Gene L. Dodaro
Title: Comptroller General, U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO)
Email: contact@gao.gov
Oversight: Investigates federal program efficiency and fraud prevention.
Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Oversight: FOIA dispute resolution.
Congressional Oversight Committees
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Chair: James Comer (R-KY)
Email: oversightcommittee@mail.house.gov
Oversight: Federal agency accountability and systemic reforms.
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Chair: Gary Peters (D-MI)
Email: hsgac@hsgac.senate.gov
Oversight: Federal government operations and transparency.
House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Chair: Jamie Raskin (D-MD)
Email: raskin@mail.house.gov
Oversight: Civil rights compliance and whistleblower protections.
Senate Judiciary Committee
Chair: Dick Durbin (D-IL)
Email: judiciary_democrats@judiciary-dem.senate.gov
Oversight: Federal judiciary compliance and FOIA enforcement.
Key State Officials (Connecticut)
William Tong
Title: Attorney General, State of Connecticut
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
Oversight: State-level FOIA and ADA compliance.
Jeffrey Beckham
Title: Secretary, Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM)
Email: opm.foia@ct.gov
Oversight: Coordination of Connecticut state agency compliance.
Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Email: foia.dss@ct.gov
Oversight: Medicaid program administration in Connecticut.
Colleen Murphy
Title: Executive Director, Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)
Email: foic@ct.gov
Oversight: State FOIA compliance.
Advocacy and Watchdog Organizations
American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU)
Email: info@aclu.org
Focus: Civil liberties and ADA enforcement.
Project on Government Oversight (POGO)
Email: info@pogo.org
Focus: Government transparency and accountability.
National Disability Rights Network (NDRN)
Email: info@ndrn.org
Focus: Advocacy for disability rights and ADA compliance.
Additional Oversight Entities
Office of Special Counsel (OSC)
Email: foiarequest@osc.gov
Oversight: Whistleblower protections and disclosures.
Office of Management and Budget (OMB)
Email: foia@omb.eop.gov
Oversight: Federal compliance with budgetary and regulatory requirements.
Subject: Final Assertion of Legal Obligations Under FOIA, ADA, and Constitutional Law
Subject: 11/23/2024 Freedom of Information Act Request: Exposing Systemic Failures in Medicaid Oversight, ADA Enforcement, and Whistleblower Protections to Ensure Justice and Transparency for All Americans (Department of Health)
01.08.2025
To all It May Concern in All Relevant Departments and Divisions,
Phillip L. Husband | Pronouns: He/Him/His
General Counsel and Freedom of Information Act Officer
Office of the General Counsel
District of Columbia Department of Health
Phillip.Husband@dc.gov
Main: 202-442-5977
Direct: 202-442-5970
Cell: 202-997-4943
2201 Shannon Place, SE, FL 4, Washington, DC 20020
dchealth.dc.gov
Ed Rich
Edward Rich
Senior Assistant General Counsel
Office of the General Counsel
2201 Shannon Place SE 4th Floor Washington, DC 20020
202-442-5984 Edwarddchealth@dc.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
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
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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
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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.
The challenges we face today demand more than acknowledgmentthey require action, collaboration, and a unified commitment to solutions. Together, we must embrace transparency, accountability, and compassion as the foundation of our efforts. By fostering open communication, prioritizing the needs of the most vulnerable, and holding systems accountable, we can rebuild trust and ensure equitable outcomes for all.
Solutions lie in unitywhen state and federal leaders, advocates, and communities work hand in hand to uphold justice and fairness. Transparency through accessible Freedom of Information processes, adherence to legal mandates, and robust oversight are the pillars that support meaningful change. Each of us has a role to play in creating a system that serves and protects.
Our collective mission is clear: to build bridges between agencies and communities, ensure the dignity of every individual, and honor the principles that guide us toward progress. Together, with determination and unity, we can overcome systemic failures and pave the way for a brighter, more inclusive future.
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Mr. Medeiros,
None of the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests in your emails below or in the attached Excel spreadsheet involve the Department of Health for the Government of the District of Columbia (DC Health). Although DC Health is located in the District of Columbia, DC Health is not a part of the United States Government and is not a part of the government of any state. You are simply making your FOIA request to the wrong agency. After consulting with DC Health officials, I have determined that DC Health has none of the documents that you are seeking. Final Response
This email constitutes my final response on behalf of the Department of Health to your FOIA request. FOIA Fees
FOIA fees for this response have been waived. Appeal Rights
Please know that, under D.C. Official Code 2-537 and 1 DCMR 412, you have the right to appeal this letter to the Mayor or to the Superior Court of the District of Columbia. Your appeal must be in writing or submitted via GovQA. If you elect to appeal to the Mayor, your appeal must be in writing and contain Freedom of Information Act Appeal or FOIA Appeal in the subject line of the letter as well on the outside of the envelope. The appeal must include (1) a copy of the original request; (2) a copy of any written denial; (3) a statement of the circumstances, reasons, and/or arguments advanced in support of disclosure; and (4) a daytime telephone number, an email address, and U.S. Mail address at which you can be reached. The appeal must be mailed to: The Mayors Office of Legal Counsel, FOIA Appeal, 1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Suite 407, Washington, D.C. 20004. Electronic versions of the same information can instead be emailed to foia.appeals@dc.gov. Further, a copy of all appeal materials must be forwarded to Phillip L. Husband, Freedom of Information Act Officer for the Department of Health, Office of the General Counsel, Department of Health, 2201 Shannon Place, SE, 4 (mailto:foia.appeals@dc.gov) th Floor, Washington, DC 20020 or via email to Phillip.Husband@dc.gov. Failure to follow these administrative steps will result in delay in the processing and commencement of a response to your appeal to the Mayor. If you used GovQA to submit your FOIA request, you may create an appeal by using ss. Failure to follow these administrative steps will result in delay in the processing and commencement of a response to your appeal to the Mayor. (mailto:Phillip.Husband@dc.gov)
If I may be of further assistance, please call me at (202) 442-5970 or e-mail me at Phillip.Husband@dc.gov. (mailto:Phillip.Husband@dc.gov)
Phillip L. Husband | Pronouns: He/Him/His
General Counsel and Freedom of Information Act Officer
Office of the General Counsel
District of Columbia Department of Health
Phillip.Husband@dc.gov
Main: 202-442-5977
Direct: 202-442-5970
Cell: 202-997-4943
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