DeFAZIO:Frequently Asked Questions (00932)

CONSUMER

I have been "slammed" by the phone company.
Who do I call if I have a consumer complaint?
Who do I call if my mail is not getting delivered regularly?
How does one know if a charity is legitimate?

LEGISLATIVE

I want the Congressman to support/oppose legislation.
How do I find out the status of a bill before Congress?
How do I contact my elected state officials?

SMALL BUSINESS

What services are available for a small business?
How do I find out about available federal grants?

SOCIAL SECURITY/MEDICAID

How Do I Apply For Social Security and Medicare?
Who can assist me with Medicaid problems?

STUDENTS

Where do I apply for financial aid to attend college?
How do I apply for a nomination to the service academies?

TAXES

Where can I obtain tax forms from the IRS?

TRAVEL/IMMIGRATION

How do I obtain a passport?
What are the current warnings for international travel?
Where can I find immigration forms?
How do I become a naturalized U.S. citizen?

VETERANS

I am having problems with my TRICARE.
What is the status of my VA claim/appeal?
Where can I get copies of my military records?
How do I get my military discharge upgraded?

Print Note: This page is excerpted from the web site of U.S. Representative Peter DeFazio, Fourth District, Oregon. http://www.house.gov/defazio/.