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Help with a Federal AgencyOne of the most important things I do as a U.S. Representative is help people who live in the 1st District with federal problems. Although I cannot override the decisions made by a federal agency, I can often intervene on a person's behalf to answer questions, find solutions, or just cut through the red tape. Please contact our Lincoln office for immediate assistance at (402)438-1598. Regardless of which agency you need help with, I need a completed privacy authorization form to comply with the provisions of the Privacy Act. Please click here for a printable version of the privacy authorization form and then fax or mail to the address listed under the agency from which you are seeking assistance. The following information explains what my office can do, provides answers to questions in each issue area (Veterans, Social Security, etc) that constituents have the most and explains the process my office follows to open a case on your behalf. What Can My Office Do?Constituents will sometimes ask that I expedite their applications for services or benefits.While my office is able to obtain information regarding the status of a constituent's application or claim, I can't order an agency to move one person's application ahead of others who also have been waiting. However, if an emergency situation develops, I will communicate the circumstances to the agency and request that the agency take the appropriate action. Occasionally, a constituent will request that I use my influence as a Member of Congress to overturn a decision made by a federal agency. I would be happy to assist constituents by forwarding information to the appropriate sources for consideration during the adjudication process. However, a congressional office does not have the authority to instruct a federal agency to approve or deny an application. The claim/case will be decided on its own merits and according to applicable law. Agencies and Issue Areas
Process: Who To Contact and What You NeedIn order to open a case on your behalf , I need a signed letter or privacy release form from you, giving permission to look into your case. Due to the Privacy Act of 1974, no inquiries can be made without such written consent. As such, an e-mail will not suffice as a release. A written signature must be given. Download the Adobe Version of the privacy release form or send a letter to the Lincoln office (address below) that includes the following information:
Full Name
Constituent Services Coordinator In order for me to help you, you must be a resident of the First Congressional District. If you are not a resident of the First District, please contact your representative in Congress, and he or she will be able to help you. |
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