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)

Freedom of Information Act Request Date: November 22, 2024 From: David Medeiros To: United States Department of Justice (DOJ) - Office of Information Policy (OIP) FOIA Officer: Mr. Sean R. O’Neill Address: U.S. Department of Justice, 441 G Street NW, Room 6226, Washington, DC 20530 Email: doj.oip.foia@usdoj.gov United States Department of Justice - Civil Rights Division (CRT) FOIA Officer: Ms. Brenda A. Mallory Address: 950 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20530-0001 Email: crt.foia@usdoj.gov Connecticut Office of Policy and Management (OPM) FOIA Officer: Ms. Michelle Gilman, Secretary Address: 450 Capitol Avenue, MS# 55SEC, Hartford, CT 06106-1379 Email: opm.foia@ct.gov Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) FOIA Officer: Mr. George Mills, Director Address: 7500 Security Boulevard, Baltimore, MD 21244 Email: foia_request@cms.hhs.gov Connecticut Department of Social Services (DSS) FOIA Officer: Dr. Deidre S. Gifford, Commissioner Address: 55 Farmington Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105 Email: foia.dss@ct.gov Subject: Comprehensive FOIA Request – ADA Accommodations and Handling of Complaints (DOJ Complaints #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ) Dear FOIA Officers, Pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) (5 U.S.C. § 552) and relevant state statutes, I request access to the following records related to complaints and actions associated with my submitted cases, including but not limited to DOJ complaint numbers #534659-XGL, #539298-RJM, #534060-HWM, and #539330-JBZ. This request seeks to ensure full compliance with FOIA, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and related legal obligations. Scope of Request Correspondence and Communications: All emails, letters, and internal/external communications concerning the referenced complaint numbers. Records between DOJ, CRT, CMS, OPM, DSS, or any third-party contractors handling related FOIA/ADA compliance. ADA Accommodation Compliance: Policies, procedures, and internal communications regarding ADA accommodations for FOIA requests. Specific correspondence or guidance addressing ADA compliance for requests made via MuckRock, including communications related to this matter. Records and Decisions: All acknowledgment letters, processing updates, and final responses for each referenced complaint number. Statutory justifications for any delays, redactions, or denials (5 U.S.C. § 552(b)). Accountability Documentation: Identification of personnel responsible for each FOIA response, including names, titles, and roles. Records detailing the assignment of staff to complaints or FOIA requests cited above. Investigations and Findings: Documentation of investigations into systemic FOIA/ADA non-compliance within OPM or any relevant departments. Records regarding DOJ oversight of Connecticut state agencies' ADA and FOIA practices. Data Handling and Transparency: Guidance or training materials provided to staff regarding transparency, FOIA procedures, and ADA obligations. Any audits, reports, or evaluations concerning the compliance of agencies handling the referenced complaint numbers. Special Requests Expedited Processing: I request expedited processing pursuant to 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(6)(E) and Executive Order 13392, as the requested information is essential to ongoing oversight of systemic practices affecting public transparency and ADA compliance. ADA Accommodations (Non-Negotiable): Responses must be provided via email through the MuckRock platform. All records must be embedded directly in the email body or sent as screen-reader compatible PDFs. Simplified summaries for complex records must accompany all responses. Include clear identification of responsible personnel. Fee Waiver: I request a waiver of fees under 5 U.S.C. § 552(a)(4)(A)(iii), as the disclosure is in the public interest and will contribute to understanding the government's transparency and ADA practices. This request is not for commercial purposes. Non-Waiver of Rights This request does not waive any rights I have under FOIA, the ADA, or other applicable laws. I reserve all legal remedies to ensure compliance with statutory and constitutional protections. Thank you for your immediate attention to this request. Please confirm receipt and provide a timeline for fulfillment within the statutory deadline. Sincerely, David Medeiros Founder, ABI Resources Record Numbers Referenced: DOJ Complaint #534659-XGL DOJ Complaint #539298-RJM DOJ Complaint #534060-HWM DOJ Complaint #539330-JBZ DB.42.131.Inf.