Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records (Commission on Fiscal Stability and Economic Growth)

Freedom of Information Officers Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request for Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury Waiver Program Records Dear Freedom of Information Officers, I am writing to formally request access to all records under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. § 552) and relevant Connecticut state laws, specifically related to the Connecticut Medicaid Acquired Brain Injury (ABI) Waiver Program. This information is critical to my participation in the oversight and administration of this program. In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.), I am requesting accommodations due to my condition. I respectfully request that all records be provided electronically via email, as opposed to portals or complex delivery methods, to ensure full and equal access to the information. Scope of Request: Legislative Records: All bills, amendments, resolutions, legislative proposals, and legislative history related to the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Voting records of all state and federal legislators on any legislation affecting the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Minutes, transcripts, and audio/video recordings of meetings, hearings, or discussions where the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program was a topic. Public Records: Comprehensive reports, studies, assessments, and evaluations on the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Budget allocations, financial statements, expenditure reports, and audit results related to the program, pursuant to Connecticut Budget Transparency Laws (C.G.S. § 4-66 and related sections). All contracts, agreements, memoranda of understanding, and intergovernmental agreements involving the administration or management of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Correspondence: All emails, letters, and other forms of communication, including internal and external, regarding the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Internal memoranda, briefing documents, policy directives, and decision-making correspondence related to the oversight and implementation of the program. Personnel Records: Non-confidential employment records, including job descriptions, resumes, and performance evaluations, of individuals involved in the administration and oversight of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. This request is consistent with the Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. § 552a), which protects confidential personal data. Organizational charts detailing the structure and personnel responsible for managing the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program within relevant state and federal agencies. Program Information: All guidelines, protocols, procedural documents, and compliance reviews governing the operation of the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, as mandated by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Regulations (42 CFR § 440.180) for home and community-based services waiver programs. Implementation plans, performance metrics, outcome reports, and evaluation summaries regarding the effectiveness of the program. Comprehensive data sets related to enrollment, utilization, demographic information, and outcomes of beneficiaries participating in the Medicaid ABI Waiver Program. Special Requests: Expedited Processing: Pursuant to Executive Order 13392, which mandates the improvement of agency disclosure processes, and the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552), I request expedited processing of this FOIA request due to the public interest and personal impact of the information. Electronic Records: In compliance with my rights under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the ADA, I request that all records be provided in electronic format and sent directly to my email address. This will ensure that I can access the information without unnecessary barriers or delays. Fee Waiver Request: I request a waiver of all fees associated with this FOIA request under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4)(A)(iii). This request is made in the public interest and not for commercial use. The disclosure of the requested information will significantly contribute to public understanding of government operations, particularly concerning the Connecticut Medicaid ABI Waiver Program, which impacts a vulnerable population. Additionally, due to my condition, as covered by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a fee waiver will ensure equitable access to this important information. Relevant Laws: This FOIA request, and the accommodations I am requesting, are governed by the following laws and regulations: Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. § 552) – Governing the right to request access to federal records. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) (42 U.S.C. § 12101 et seq.) – Ensuring equal access for individuals with disabilities, including in communication. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. § 794) – Prohibiting discrimination based on disability in programs receiving federal funding. Privacy Act of 1974 (5 U.S.C. § 552a) – Protecting personal privacy in records maintained by federal agencies. Medicaid Statute (Title XIX of the Social Security Act) (42 U.S.C. § 1396 et seq.) – Governing Medicaid programs, including waivers like the ABI Waiver. Connecticut Freedom of Information Act (C.G.S. §§ 1-200 to 1-242) – Governing the right to request access to state records. Connecticut Budget Transparency Laws (C.G.S. § 4-66) – Requiring public disclosure of state budget allocations and financial reports. CMS Regulations (42 CFR § 440.180) – Governing the administration of home and community-based services waiver programs, including the ABI Waiver. Executive Order 13392 ("Improving Agency Disclosure of Information") – Mandating federal agencies to improve FOIA processing. Non-Waiver of Rights: This request does not waive any rights I may have under FOIA, the ADA, the Rehabilitation Act, or any other applicable law, and I reserve all rights regarding this matter. Thank you for your prompt attention to this request and for accommodating my needs. Sincerely, David Medeiros ABI Resources Departments of Submission: State of Connecticut Agencies: Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) Email: foia.dss@ct.gov Department: Department of Social Services Connecticut Office of the Attorney General Email: attorney.general@ct.gov Department: Office of the Attorney General Connecticut General Assembly (CGA) Email: foia@cga.ct.gov Department: Connecticut General Assembly Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM) Email: opm.foia@ct.gov Department: Office of Policy and Management Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) Email: dph.foi@ct.gov Department: Department of Public Health Federal Agencies: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Email: HHS_FOIA@hhs.gov Department: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Email: FOIA_Request@cms.hhs.gov Department: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Email: foia.requests@usdoj.gov Department: U.S. Department of Justice U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Email: foiarequests@hud.gov Department: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Email: foiarequests@dol.gov Department: U.S. Department of Labor Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Email: FOIA@ftc.gov Department: Federal Trade Commission