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
Dear DAVID MEDEIROS,
Your profile has been created in theHHS FOIA Submission Site and an email has been sent to the email address provided with a link to create your password to access your profile. Go tohttps://requests.publiclink.hhs.gov once you have created your password.
User Name: 176806-47833852@requests.muckrock.com
If you have any previously submitted requests to U.S. Department of Health & Human Services you will be able to view them when you login.
Regards,
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Dear DAVID MEDEIROS,
To create a password to access your HHS FOIA Submission Site profile. Follow the link below.
https://requests.publiclink.hhs.gov/App/SetPassword.aspx?aun=tuIjwkSRAilSWxWxj2o6v6T1iDsryveH5W5VSV6Nah8=
Once your password is created you will be directed back to the Sign In page, or you can click this link to return to theHHS FOIA Submission Sitehttps://requests.publiclink.hhs.gov.
Regards,
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Dear DAVID MEDEIROS,
The status of your FOIA request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS has been updated to the following status 'Received'. To log into the HHS FOIA Submission Site click on the Application URL below.
https://requests.publiclink.hhs.gov
Sincerely,
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
Dear DAVID MEDEIROS,
Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS has been assigned to the request you submitted. In all future correspondence regarding this request please reference request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS.
Regards,
U.S. Department of Health & Human Services
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
Escalated Complaint and Appeal Systemic Violations of Constitutional Rights, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Compliance Related to FOIA Request 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS
Date: January 1, 2025
01/01/2025
Subject: Escalated Complaint and Appeal Systemic Violations of Constitutional Rights, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Compliance Related to FOIA Request 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS
To:
Freedom of Information Officer
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights
Email: foia@hhs.gov
CC:
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives
Key Congressional Oversight Committees
Introduction
This complaint escalates the ongoing failures to comply with FOIA obligations, whistleblower protection laws, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This formal action follows the systemic mishandling of FOIA Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS submitted on November 23, 2024, seeking transparency on Medicaid oversight failures, ADA enforcement lapses, and retaliation against whistleblowers. Despite repeated communications, the request has been met with inadequate responses, inaccessibility, and violations of statutory and constitutional rights.
This appeal aims to compel immediate compliance, transparency, and accountability while safeguarding my legal rights as a whistleblower, taxpayer, and individual requiring ADA accommodations.
Violations and Legal Grounds
1. Constitutional Rights Violations
First Amendment: The delay and obstruction of public records undermine my right to petition the government for redress of grievances (New York Times Co. v. United States, 1971).
Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments: Denial of timely and accessible records violates due process and equal protection guarantees (Tennessee v. Lane, 2004).
2. FOIA Non-Compliance
Violations:
Failure to Meet Statutory Deadlines: No substantive response within 20 business days as required under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A).
Failure to Provide an Estimated Date of Completion (EDC): Non-compliance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(7)(B)(ii).
Inadequate Justifications for Delays: Statutory exemptions and Vaughn Index are absent despite redactions and denials.
Legal Basis: FOIA mandates transparency, timely access, and explicit justification for exemptions (DOJ v. Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, 1989).
3. ADA Non-Compliance
Violations:
Refusal to provide accessible communication methods (MuckRock platform, screen-reader-compatible formats).
Denial of simplified summaries and text-embedded emails necessary for equitable access.
Legal Basis: Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) mandate reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
4. Whistleblower Protection Violations
Violations:
Obstruction of information critical to exposing retaliation under the Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8)).
Suppression of records related to systemic Medicaid fraud and retaliatory actions against ABI Resources LLC following the December 18, 2023, whistleblower report.
Legal Basis: The Whistleblower Protection Act prohibits retaliation and guarantees transparency for whistleblower claims.
Demands for Immediate Action
1. Compliance with FOIA Requirements
Provide All Requested Records: Fulfill FOIA Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS, including unredacted documentation on Medicaid oversight, ADA compliance, whistleblower retaliation, and associated matters.
Statutory Justifications for Redactions: If exemptions are invoked, provide a Vaughn Index detailing withheld documents and the legal basis for each.
2. ADA-Compliant Responses
ADA Accommodations Request
This request includes explicit ADA accommodations to address cognitive processing challenges resulting from my traumatic brain injury (TBI). These accommodations are legally required under Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
Requested ADA Accommodations
To ensure accessibility and compliance with ADA standards (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), I request the following accommodations for all communications and records:
Screen-Reader Compatible Formats
All documents must be provided in properly labeled PDFs or plain-text files.
Ensure the documents are screen-reader compatible and retain clear formatting.
Exclusive MuckRock Platform Communication
All communications must occur via the MuckRock platform.
Do not send external links, emails, portals, passwords, codes, or require phone calls for access.
Text Embedded in Email Bodies
Key information must be embedded directly in the email body to facilitate comprehension.
Simplified Summaries
Provide plain-language summaries for complex or legal documents to ensure clarity.
Identification of Responsible Officers
Include the full name, title, and contact information of all responsible officers handling this request.
Non-Negotiable Compliance
These accommodations are non-negotiable and are essential for ensuring equal access to information. Any 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.
3. Processing Transparency
Provide metadata and processing logs documenting the handling of this FOIA request, including timestamps and personnel involved.
Disclose the names, titles, and contact information of all FOIA officers and decision-makers.
4. Expedited Processing
Ensure immediate expedited processing under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E), given significant public interest and ongoing harm to whistleblower protections and ADA rights.
Consequences for Continued Non-Compliance
Administrative Escalation
File formal complaints with oversight agencies, including OGIS, DOJ OIG, and HHS OIG.
Judicial Remedies
Seek injunctive relief and damages under FOIA and ADA statutes.
Public Advocacy
Report systemic failures to media outlets and advocacy organizations, emphasizing barriers to justice, transparency, and accountability.
Conclusion
This complaint and appeal demand immediate rectification of systemic violations undermining transparency, ADA compliance, and whistleblower protections. The response to this matter will not only resolve ongoing legal breaches but also set a precedent for equitable governance, taxpayer accountability, and civil rights enforcement.
Failure to address these demands will compel escalated action through administrative, legal, and public advocacy channels.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC List for Accountability
Federal Leadership
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, CMS
Congressional Oversight Committees
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability (Chair: James Comer, R-KY)
Senate Judiciary Committee (Chair: Dick Durbin, D-IL)
Advocacy Organizations
National Disability Rights Network
Government Accountability Project
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC: Congressional Oversight Committees, DOJ Civil Rights Division, OGIS, and relevant stakeholders.
Copies To:
Office of the Attorney General, Connecticut
Connecticut Department of Social Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
CC: Oversight and Accountability Authorities
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Title: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) (Nominated)
Email: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov
Office Address: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201
Phone: (877) 696-6775
Kash Patel
Title: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Nominated)
Email: kash.patel@fbi.gov
Office Address: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20535-0001
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Title: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Nominated)
Email: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov
Office Address: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (800) 633-4227
Vivek Ramaswamy
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
Elon Musk
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: elon.musk@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
State of Connecticut
Ned Lamont
Title: Governor of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 566-4840
Email: governor.lamont@ct.gov
William Tong
Title: Attorney General of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 808-5318
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Phone: (860) 424-5053
Email: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov
Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)
Phone: (860) 566-5682
Email: foi@ct.gov
Matthew S. Antonetti
Title: Legal Director, Connecticut Department of Social Services
Phone: (860) 424-5386
Email: matthew.antonetti@ct.gov
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Phone: (202) 690-7000
Email: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-3000
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
Lisa Pino
Title: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS
Phone: (800) 368-1019
Email: ocrmail@hhs.gov
Emmett Nicholson
Title: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-7623
Email: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov
Michelle A. James
Title: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS
Phone: (410) 786-3033
Email: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Merrick B. Garland
Title: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Priscilla Jones
Title: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP)
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
Michael G. Seidel
Title: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: foipaquestions@fbi.gov
Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Phone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Congressional Oversight Committees
James Comer
Title: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Phone: (202) 225-5074
Email: oversightpress@mail.house.gov
Gary Peters
Title: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Phone: (202) 224-2627
Email: committee@hsgac.senate.gov
Jamie Raskin
Title: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Phone: (202) 225-5341
Email: civilrights@mail.house.gov
Dick Durbin
Title: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Phone: (202) 224-2152
Email: judiciary@senate.gov
Rosa DeLauro
Title: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee
Phone: (202) 225-3661
Email: appropriations@mail.house.gov
Bernie Sanders
Title: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Phone: (202) 224-5141
Email: helpcommittee@senate.gov
Catherine Lhamon
Title: Chair, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Phone: (202) 376-7533
Email: contact@usccr.gov
Richard Blumenthal
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-2823
Email: blumenthal@senate.gov
Chris Murphy
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-4041
Email: murphy@senate.gov
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
DB.42.131.Inf. https://www.ctbraininjury.com/blog/tags/db-42-131-inf
https://x.com/ABIresources/status/1866212331279339765 https://www.youtube.com/@ABI.RESOURCES-CT-ABI-MFP-CARE/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2
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DI-12192024714 DI-12112024134 FBI
Escalated Legal Complaint and Appeal
Subject: Escalated Legal Complaint and Appeal Constitutional Rights Violations, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Non-Compliance Related to FOIA Request and Retaliation Against ABI Resources
Date: January 1, 2025
01/01/2025
Subject: Escalated Legal Complaint and Appeal Constitutional Rights Violations, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Non-Compliance Related to FOIA Request and Retaliation Against ABI Resources
To: All
FOIA Officer
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
CC:
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, CMS
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives
Congressional Oversight Committees
Introduction
This formal complaint escalates systemic violations of constitutional, statutory, and regulatory obligations associated with FOIA Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS. The ongoing failure to provide requested records, comply with ADA accommodations, and address whistleblower protections highlights a troubling pattern of obstruction and retaliation against ABI Resources following a December 18, 2023, whistleblower report.
This document outlines a comprehensive appeal to demand immediate corrective action, enforce compliance, and hold accountable all involved agencies for systemic failures in Medicaid oversight, ADA enforcement, and retaliation against whistleblowers.
Violations and Legal Framework
1. Constitutional Violations
First Amendment: Suppressing access to public records undermines my right to petition the government for redress of grievances (New York Times Co. v. United States, 1971).
Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments: The systemic denial of accessible records violates due process and equal protection guarantees (Tennessee v. Lane, 2004).
2. FOIA Non-Compliance
Violations:
Failure to Meet Deadlines: Agencies have not responded within the statutory 20-business-day period (5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A)).
Failure to Provide Estimated Completion Dates: Agencies have failed to meet the transparency requirements of 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(7)(B)(ii).
Inadequate Justifications for Denials: No valid exemptions or Vaughn Index have been provided for withheld or redacted information.
Legal Precedent: FOIA guarantees timely responses, transparency, and public access to non-exempt information (DOJ v. Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, 1989).
3. ADA Non-Compliance
ADA Accommodations Request
This request includes explicit ADA accommodations to address cognitive processing challenges resulting from my traumatic brain injury (TBI). These accommodations are legally required under Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
Requested ADA Accommodations
To ensure accessibility and compliance with ADA standards (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), I request the following accommodations for all communications and records:
Screen-Reader Compatible Formats
All documents must be provided in properly labeled PDFs or plain-text files.
Ensure the documents are screen-reader compatible and retain clear formatting.
Exclusive MuckRock Platform Communication
All communications must occur via the MuckRock platform.
Do not send external links, emails, portals, passwords, codes, or require phone calls for access.
Text Embedded in Email Bodies
Key information must be embedded directly in the email body to facilitate comprehension.
Simplified Summaries
Provide plain-language summaries for complex or legal documents to ensure clarity.
Identification of Responsible Officers
Include the full name, title, and contact information of all responsible officers handling this request.
Non-Negotiable Compliance
These accommodations are non-negotiable and are essential for ensuring equal access to information. Any 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.
Violations:
Refusal to use accessible formats, such as screen-reader-compatible PDFs and embedded text in emails.
Denial of simplified summaries, preventing equitable access for individuals with disabilities.
Legal Basis: Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) mandate public entities to ensure reasonable accommodations and effective communication.
4. Retaliation Against Whistleblower Protections
Violations:
Suppression of information critical to addressing retaliation under the Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8)).
Obstruction of records exposing retaliatory Medicaid billing restrictions and procedural violations by DSS and CMS.
Legal Basis: Federal whistleblower protections prohibit retaliation and guarantee access to relevant documentation for whistleblowers.
Demands for Corrective Action
1. Immediate Compliance with FOIA Obligations
Deliver All Requested Records: Provide unredacted documentation related to Medicaid billing actions, ADA compliance, retaliation against ABI Resources, and all inter-agency communications.
Detailed Justifications for Redactions: If exemptions are claimed, provide a Vaughn Index citing specific statutes for each withheld document as per 5 U.S.C. 552(b).
2. ADA-Compliant Responses
Screen-Reader-Compatible Documents: Ensure all records are accessible and clearly labeled.
Simplified Summaries: Provide plain-language explanations for complex or technical records.
Embedded Text in Emails: Avoid inaccessible portals, links, or physical mail.
3. Processing Transparency
Metadata and Logs: Submit all internal records detailing the processing of this FOIA request, including timestamps, personnel involvement, and decision-making processes.
Accountability: Identify all FOIA officers and decision-makers responsible for handling this request, including names, titles, and contact information.
4. Expedited Processing and Resolution
Expedite the processing of this request based on public interest and the urgent need for transparency under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E).
Consequences of Continued Non-Compliance
1. Formal Complaints
Complaints will be filed with oversight bodies, including OGIS, DOJ OIG, and HHS OIG, for review and enforcement of compliance.
2. Judicial Action
Legal proceedings will be initiated to compel compliance, enforce ADA accommodations, and address whistleblower retaliation.
3. Public Advocacy
Reports will be disseminated to media outlets and advocacy organizations to highlight systemic failures, barriers to transparency, and ADA non-compliance.
This legal complaint and appeal demand immediate rectification of all outlined violations to uphold constitutional rights, statutory mandates, and equitable access. Failure to respond appropriately will result in escalated action through administrative, judicial, and public advocacy channels.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC List for Accountability
Federal Oversight Officials
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, CMS
Congressional Oversight Committees
House Oversight Committee (Chair: James Comer, R-KY)
Senate Homeland Security Committee (Chair: Gary Peters, D-MI)
House Civil Rights Subcommittee (Chair: Jamie Raskin, D-MD)
Senate Judiciary Committee (Chair: Dick Durbin, D-IL)
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC: Congressional Oversight Committees, DOJ Civil Rights Division, OGIS, and relevant stakeholders.
Copies To:
Office of the Attorney General, Connecticut
Connecticut Department of Social Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
CC: Oversight and Accountability Authorities
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Title: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) (Nominated)
Email: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov
Office Address: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201
Phone: (877) 696-6775
Kash Patel
Title: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Nominated)
Email: kash.patel@fbi.gov
Office Address: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20535-0001
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Title: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Nominated)
Email: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov
Office Address: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (800) 633-4227
Vivek Ramaswamy
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
Elon Musk
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: elon.musk@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
State of Connecticut
Ned Lamont
Title: Governor of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 566-4840
Email: governor.lamont@ct.gov
William Tong
Title: Attorney General of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 808-5318
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Phone: (860) 424-5053
Email: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov
Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)
Phone: (860) 566-5682
Email: foi@ct.gov
Matthew S. Antonetti
Title: Legal Director, Connecticut Department of Social Services
Phone: (860) 424-5386
Email: matthew.antonetti@ct.gov
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Phone: (202) 690-7000
Email: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-3000
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
Lisa Pino
Title: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS
Phone: (800) 368-1019
Email: ocrmail@hhs.gov
Emmett Nicholson
Title: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-7623
Email: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov
Michelle A. James
Title: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS
Phone: (410) 786-3033
Email: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Merrick B. Garland
Title: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Priscilla Jones
Title: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP)
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
Michael G. Seidel
Title: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: foipaquestions@fbi.gov
Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Phone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Congressional Oversight Committees
James Comer
Title: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Phone: (202) 225-5074
Email: oversightpress@mail.house.gov
Gary Peters
Title: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Phone: (202) 224-2627
Email: committee@hsgac.senate.gov
Jamie Raskin
Title: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Phone: (202) 225-5341
Email: civilrights@mail.house.gov
Dick Durbin
Title: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Phone: (202) 224-2152
Email: judiciary@senate.gov
Rosa DeLauro
Title: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee
Phone: (202) 225-3661
Email: appropriations@mail.house.gov
Bernie Sanders
Title: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Phone: (202) 224-5141
Email: helpcommittee@senate.gov
Catherine Lhamon
Title: Chair, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Phone: (202) 376-7533
Email: contact@usccr.gov
Richard Blumenthal
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-2823
Email: blumenthal@senate.gov
Chris Murphy
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-4041
Email: murphy@senate.gov
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
DB.42.131.Inf. https://www.ctbraininjury.com/blog/tags/db-42-131-inf
https://x.com/ABIresources/status/1866212331279339765 https://www.youtube.com/@ABI.RESOURCES-CT-ABI-MFP-CARE/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=2
Reference: OPM ID # 24-85 A-2025-00307 FCC-FOIA-2025-000358-A FIC 2024-0683 R000748-102524 2025-F-01035 R000354-102024 R000737-102024 AD2414036 A-2025-00351 2025-00027-A-PHS A-2025-00395 2025-00434-FOIA-OS A-2025-00393 OPM ID # 24-83 A-2025-00393 2025-00446-FOIA-PHS A-2025-00399 A-2025-00392 25-00142-FOIA PRI-25-023 2025-00032-A-PHS 110620247022 24-86 AD2414644 R000770-110424 2025-F-01651 A-2025-00467 A-2025-00401 2025-00481-FOIA-PHS 112020247009 112020247039 2025-00024-A-OS A-2025-00420 25-00044-F A-2025-00069 A-2025-00469 OPM ID# 24-88 & 89 2025-00638-FOIA-OS AP-2025-001FOIA-2025-00562FOIA-2025-00563 EMRUFOIA111524 F-2025-03523 2025-00574-FOIA-PHS 145-FOI-21320 OPM ID #24-94 25-OIG-177 FOIA-2025-01054FOIA-2025-01052 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01053 OPM ID #24-95 FOIA-2025-01056 EMRUFOIA120324-7 FOIA-2025-01055FOIA-2025-01057 R005487-120324 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS 2025-01078-FOIA-PHS FOIA-2025-056 PRI-25-045 FOIA-2025-01060FOIA-2025-01059FOIA-2025-060FOIA-2025-01203 EMRUFOIA121324 #FOIA-2025-063 11034 539330-JBZ, 539298-RJM, 534659-XGL, 534094-QZH, 534069-BRQ, 534060-HWM, 533252-GXC, 535276-FSL, 532832-MJV, 532674-QMM, 532671-PPV, 532667-DRF, 523966-VSF, 497211-PFB, 490797-TJJ, 489456-MCB, 490814-TPF, 490215-DKH, 478957-DPX, 478956-NSD, 473045-JNW, 452335-DDT, 413343-FZP, 405540-ZXW, 397760-PRZ, 395050-TWW, 392179-NCW, 385105-BPN, 376153-JVL, 357494-WND, 354718-LTZ, 275528-PKR, 301882-TRG, 327008-WFC, 339860-FQG, 352533-WJH.6779 7959 17303 17304 3033 5282 14733 6577 10 10527 3519 28368 8560 63 3814 4923 4126 6612 4809 4850 35673 74 239 4850 3519 166 10661 14578 239 3033 4923 166 4850 6779 14733 3519 166 4850 10661 14578 3033 4923 166 6779 4850 166 3519 152 4121 10661 74 3033 239 5282 4850 14733 4923 4850 6612 4923 10672 63 6959 115 35673 10661 239 74 6779 3033 239 4923 166 3519 3033 14578 35673 166 4297 14 3519 5123 287 35673 14 59 3519 287 14733 4809 23077 4923 74 4735 4850 2667 3519 796 59 166 856 22238 35673 14 10835 3033 239 4297 3519 14733 796 3519 856 35673 22005 5123 59 4923 3033 239 14733 166 4297 3519 35673 5123 59 3124 14578 7683 74 10661 3033 239 7982 14587 2667 4121 287 129 11109 856 3519 59 2667 35673 22238 2667 11034: Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth 6779: Connecticut Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities 7959: Senate Office of Public Records 17303: Republican State Central Committee Of Connecticut 17304: Connecticut House Of Representatives 3033: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 5282: Office of the State Comptroller 14733: Office Of Policy And Management 6577: Office of State Ethics 10: Federal Bureau of Investigation 10527: Federal Communications Commission Office of the Inspector General 3519: Department of Justice, Civil Rights Division 28368: Department Of Labor 8560: Department of Public Health - Medical Examining Board 63: Department of Labor 3814: Department of Consumer Protection 4923: Department of Social Services 4126: Department of Economic and Community Development 6612: Department of Public Health 4809: Office of the Governor 4850: Office of the Attorney General - Connecticut 35673: Department Of Justice 74: Department of Health and Human Services 239: Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 166: Department of Justice, Disability Rights Division 10661: Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General 14578: Department Of Health And Human Services, Office For Civil Rights 152: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 4121: Government Accountability Office 10672: Department of Labor, Wage and Hour Division 6959: Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs 115: Department of Justice, Criminal Division 4297: Department of Justice, Civil Division 14: U.S. Department of State 5123: Director, Office of Information Policy 287: Office of Government Information Services 59: Department of Justice, Office of Information Policy 23077: CT Freedom Of Information Agency 4735: Department of State, Office of the Inspector General 2667: Office of Special Counsel 796: Department of Justice, Office of the Inspector General 856: Department of Justice, Office of the Attorney General 22238: U.S. Department Of Justice 10835: Department of Health and Human Services 22005: Department Of Justice Office Of Administration 3124: Department of Health 7683: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Health Resources and Services Administration 7982: Office of Special Counsel, Office of General Counsel [APPEALS] 14587: Office Of The Special Counsel Of Robert Mueller 129: National Archives and Records Administration 11109: Office of the Attorney General for the District of Columbia OPM FCC FIC DOJ DOL DSS CMS HHS CDC GAO OSC OIG PHS DPH DOT DOGE Department of Government Efficiency CHRO FOIA FOIC DI-25-000310DI-25-000325DI-25-000379
DI-12192024714 DI-12112024134 FBI
Subject: RE: Freedom of Information Act Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS
Email
Escalated Complaint and Appeal Systemic Violations of Constitutional Rights, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Compliance Related to FOIA Request 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS
Date: January 1, 2025
01/01/2025
Subject: Escalated Complaint and Appeal Systemic Violations of Constitutional Rights, Whistleblower Protections, Taxpayer Rights, and ADA Compliance Related to FOIA Request 2025-01079-FOIA-PHS
To:
Freedom of Information Officer
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Office for Civil Rights
Email: foia@hhs.gov
CC:
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives
Key Congressional Oversight Committees
Introduction
This complaint escalates the ongoing failures to comply with FOIA obligations, whistleblower protection laws, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This formal action follows the systemic mishandling of FOIA Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS submitted on November 23, 2024, seeking transparency on Medicaid oversight failures, ADA enforcement lapses, and retaliation against whistleblowers. Despite repeated communications, the request has been met with inadequate responses, inaccessibility, and violations of statutory and constitutional rights.
This appeal aims to compel immediate compliance, transparency, and accountability while safeguarding my legal rights as a whistleblower, taxpayer, and individual requiring ADA accommodations.
Violations and Legal Grounds
1. Constitutional Rights Violations
First Amendment: The delay and obstruction of public records undermine my right to petition the government for redress of grievances (New York Times Co. v. United States, 1971).
Fifth and Fourteenth Amendments: Denial of timely and accessible records violates due process and equal protection guarantees (Tennessee v. Lane, 2004).
2. FOIA Non-Compliance
Violations:
Failure to Meet Statutory Deadlines: No substantive response within 20 business days as required under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(A).
Failure to Provide an Estimated Date of Completion (EDC): Non-compliance with 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(7)(B)(ii).
Inadequate Justifications for Delays: Statutory exemptions and Vaughn Index are absent despite redactions and denials.
Legal Basis: FOIA mandates transparency, timely access, and explicit justification for exemptions (DOJ v. Reporters Committee for Freedom of the Press, 1989).
3. ADA Non-Compliance
Violations:
Refusal to provide accessible communication methods (MuckRock platform, screen-reader-compatible formats).
Denial of simplified summaries and text-embedded emails necessary for equitable access.
Legal Basis: Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794) mandate reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.
4. Whistleblower Protection Violations
Violations:
Obstruction of information critical to exposing retaliation under the Whistleblower Protection Act (5 U.S.C. 2302(b)(8)).
Suppression of records related to systemic Medicaid fraud and retaliatory actions against ABI Resources LLC following the December 18, 2023, whistleblower report.
Legal Basis: The Whistleblower Protection Act prohibits retaliation and guarantees transparency for whistleblower claims.
Demands for Immediate Action
1. Compliance with FOIA Requirements
Provide All Requested Records: Fulfill FOIA Request #2025-01079-FOIA-PHS, including unredacted documentation on Medicaid oversight, ADA compliance, whistleblower retaliation, and associated matters.
Statutory Justifications for Redactions: If exemptions are invoked, provide a Vaughn Index detailing withheld documents and the legal basis for each.
2. ADA-Compliant Responses
ADA Accommodations Request
This request includes explicit ADA accommodations to address cognitive processing challenges resulting from my traumatic brain injury (TBI). These accommodations are legally required under Title II of the ADA (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (29 U.S.C. 794).
Requested ADA Accommodations
To ensure accessibility and compliance with ADA standards (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.), I request the following accommodations for all communications and records:
Screen-Reader Compatible Formats
All documents must be provided in properly labeled PDFs or plain-text files.
Ensure the documents are screen-reader compatible and retain clear formatting.
Exclusive MuckRock Platform Communication
All communications must occur via the MuckRock platform.
Do not send external links, emails, portals, passwords, codes, or require phone calls for access.
Text Embedded in Email Bodies
Key information must be embedded directly in the email body to facilitate comprehension.
Simplified Summaries
Provide plain-language summaries for complex or legal documents to ensure clarity.
Identification of Responsible Officers
Include the full name, title, and contact information of all responsible officers handling this request.
Non-Negotiable Compliance
These accommodations are non-negotiable and are essential for ensuring equal access to information. Any 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.
3. Processing Transparency
Provide metadata and processing logs documenting the handling of this FOIA request, including timestamps and personnel involved.
Disclose the names, titles, and contact information of all FOIA officers and decision-makers.
4. Expedited Processing
Ensure immediate expedited processing under 5 U.S.C. 552(a)(6)(E), given significant public interest and ongoing harm to whistleblower protections and ADA rights.
Consequences for Continued Non-Compliance
Administrative Escalation
File formal complaints with oversight agencies, including OGIS, DOJ OIG, and HHS OIG.
Judicial Remedies
Seek injunctive relief and damages under FOIA and ADA statutes.
Public Advocacy
Report systemic failures to media outlets and advocacy organizations, emphasizing barriers to justice, transparency, and accountability.
Conclusion
This complaint and appeal demand immediate rectification of systemic violations undermining transparency, ADA compliance, and whistleblower protections. The response to this matter will not only resolve ongoing legal breaches but also set a precedent for equitable governance, taxpayer accountability, and civil rights enforcement.
Failure to address these demands will compel escalated action through administrative, legal, and public advocacy channels.
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC List for Accountability
Federal Leadership
Merrick B. Garland, U.S. Attorney General
Kristen Clarke, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Xavier Becerra, Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, Administrator, CMS
Congressional Oversight Committees
House Committee on Oversight and Accountability (Chair: James Comer, R-KY)
Senate Judiciary Committee (Chair: Dick Durbin, D-IL)
Advocacy Organizations
National Disability Rights Network
Government Accountability Project
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
CC: Congressional Oversight Committees, DOJ Civil Rights Division, OGIS, and relevant stakeholders.
Copies To:
Office of the Attorney General, Connecticut
Connecticut Department of Social Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Office of Government Information Services (OGIS)
CC: Oversight and Accountability Authorities
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Title: Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) (Nominated)
Email: kennedy.robert@hhs.gov
Office Address: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20201
Phone: (877) 696-6775
Kash Patel
Title: Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) (Nominated)
Email: kash.patel@fbi.gov
Office Address: FBI Headquarters, 935 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20535-0001
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Title: Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) (Nominated)
Email: dr.oz@cms.hhs.gov
Office Address: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244
Phone: (800) 633-4227
Vivek Ramaswamy
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: vivek.ramaswamy@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
Elon Musk
Title: Co-Chair, Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE)
Email: elon.musk@doge.gov
Office Address: Department of Government Efficiency, 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20500
Phone: (202) 456-1414
State of Connecticut
Ned Lamont
Title: Governor of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 566-4840
Email: governor.lamont@ct.gov
William Tong
Title: Attorney General of Connecticut
Phone: (860) 808-5318
Email: attorney.general@ct.gov
Andrea Barton Reeves
Title: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS)
Phone: (860) 424-5053
Email: andrea.bartonreeves@ct.gov
Connecticut Freedom of Information Commission (FOIC)
Phone: (860) 566-5682
Email: foi@ct.gov
Matthew S. Antonetti
Title: Legal Director, Connecticut Department of Social Services
Phone: (860) 424-5386
Email: matthew.antonetti@ct.gov
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
Xavier Becerra
Title: Secretary, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Phone: (202) 690-7000
Email: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov
Chiquita Brooks-LaSure
Title: Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-3000
Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov
Lisa Pino
Title: Director, Office for Civil Rights (OCR), HHS
Phone: (800) 368-1019
Email: ocrmail@hhs.gov
Emmett Nicholson
Title: Senior Medicaid Compliance Official, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)
Phone: (410) 786-7623
Email: emmett.nicholson@cms.hhs.gov
Michelle A. James
Title: Medicaid Oversight Official, CMS
Phone: (410) 786-3033
Email: michelle.james@cms.hhs.gov
U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
Merrick B. Garland
Title: Attorney General, U.S. Department of Justice
Phone: (202) 514-2000
Email: doj.oag@usdoj.gov
Kristen Clarke
Title: Assistant Attorney General, Civil Rights Division
Phone: (202) 514-4609
Email: civilrights.justice@usdoj.gov
Michael E. Horowitz
Title: Inspector General, DOJ Office of Inspector General
Phone: (202) 514-3435
Email: oig.hotline@usdoj.gov
Priscilla Jones
Title: Supervisory Administrative Specialist, Office of Information Policy (OIP)
Phone: (202) 514-3642
Email: oip.foia@usdoj.gov
Michael G. Seidel
Title: Section Chief, Record/Information Dissemination Section, FBI
Phone: (202) 324-3000
Email: foipaquestions@fbi.gov
Alina M. Semo
Title: Director, Office of Government Information Services (OGIS), National Archives and Records Administration (NARA)
Phone: (202) 741-5770 | Toll-Free: 1-877-684-6448
Email: ogis@nara.gov
Congressional Oversight Committees
James Comer
Title: Chair, House Committee on Oversight and Accountability
Phone: (202) 225-5074
Email: oversightpress@mail.house.gov
Gary Peters
Title: Chair, Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs
Phone: (202) 224-2627
Email: committee@hsgac.senate.gov
Jamie Raskin
Title: Chair, House Subcommittee on Civil Rights and Civil Liberties
Phone: (202) 225-5341
Email: civilrights@mail.house.gov
Dick Durbin
Title: Chair, Senate Judiciary Committee
Phone: (202) 224-2152
Email: judiciary@senate.gov
Rosa DeLauro
Title: Ranking Member, House Appropriations Committee
Phone: (202) 225-3661
Email: appropriations@mail.house.gov
Bernie Sanders
Title: Chair, Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee
Phone: (202) 224-5141
Email: helpcommittee@senate.gov
Catherine Lhamon
Title: Chair, U.S. Commission on Civil Rights
Phone: (202) 376-7533
Email: contact@usccr.gov
Richard Blumenthal
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-2823
Email: blumenthal@senate.gov
Chris Murphy
Title: Senator, Connecticut
Phone: (202) 224-4041
Email: murphy@senate.gov
Sincerely,
David Medeiros
Founder, ABI Resources
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