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To Whom It May Concern: Pursuant to the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act, I hereby request the following records: Request to the Connecticut Office of the Attorney General Address: Office of the Attorney General Connecticut 165 Capitol Avenue Hartford, CT 06106 Email: attorney.general@ct.gov Subject: Freedom of Information Act Request Expedited Processing & ADA Accommodations Requested Dear FOIA Officer, Pursuant to the Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (Conn. Gen. Stat. 1-200, et seq.), I request expedited processing and ADA accommodations for the following records: Records Requested: All communications, emails, memos, and internal correspondence from January 1, 2024, to present between: Rebecca Quinn, Assistant Attorney General William Tong, Attorney General of Connecticut Paulette G. Annon, Assistant Legal Director, Connecticut DCP Julianne Avallone, Chief Legal Officer, Connecticut DCP Cassandra Bretones, Human Rights Attorney, CHRO that discuss: CHRO Case #2510183 ADA Title II compliance and enforcement Whistleblower complaints related to disability rights enforcement All records related to the Connecticut Attorney Generals Offices involvement in CHRO Case #2510183, including but not limited to: Legal arguments, filings, or motions made on behalf of Connecticut DCP. Internal discussions about the case. Any meetings or communications regarding intervention in this case. All policies, procedures, or internal directives related to ADA enforcement, whistleblower protection, and handling of civil rights complaints. Request for Expedited Processing: I am requesting expedited processing under Conn. Gen. Stat. 1-212(d) due to: The urgent public interest in Connecticuts enforcement (or lack thereof) of federal disability rights laws affecting individuals statewide. Ongoing legal proceedings in CHRO Case #2510183, where delays in obtaining this information could impact my ability to seek justice. Evidence of ongoing retaliation and suppression of civil rights enforcement, necessitating urgent federal review. Please confirm expedited processing and provide an estimated date for the production of these records. Request for ADA Accommodations: As a person with a disability protected under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, I require the following non-negotiable accommodations: Electronic Only Communication All records and responses must be provided in the body of the message and as PDF attachments. No physical mail or portal logins are permitted. Simplified Summaries for Complex Records Any highly technical or complex documents must include a plain-language summary to ensure accessibility. Identification of Responsible Personnel The names, titles, and contact information of the individuals handling this request must be provided. Detailed Justifications for Redactions or Denials If any records are withheld, I require a full legal explanation under Conn. Gen. Stat. 1-210(b), with specific statutory citations. If any accommodation is denied, please provide a written explanation and cite the specific legal basis for non-compliance under ADA Title II (42 U.S.C. 12132) and Section 504 (29 U.S.C. 794). Delivery Format: I request that the records be provided in electronic format to ensure accessibility. If this request is denied in whole or in part, please cite the specific legal exemption(s) and provide an index of withheld documents. Please confirm receipt of this request within four business days and provide an estimated timeline for completion. Sincerely, David Medeiros ABI Resources I also request that, if possible and pursuant to Conn. Gen. Stat. 1-212(d), fees be waived as I believe this request is in the public interest and not made for commercial gain. The requested documents will be made available to the public at MuckRock.com. 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 4 business days, as the statute requires. Sincerely, DAVID MEDEIROS