Casework

Representative Rosa DeLauro shaking the hand of a construction worker at a construction site.

If you live in Connecticut’s Third Congressional District and need help with a federal agency, Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro’s office is here to assist you. Whether you have questions about eligibility for federal programs or need help resolving an issue with a federal agency, her team will do their best to help you.

How We Can Help

Our office can assist with issues involving federal departments, independent agencies, and government programs. Some common areas of assistance include:

  • Passports
  • Federal Student Loans & Financial Aid (FAFSA forms available through the Department of Education)
  • Workers' Compensation
  • Immigration Issues (Forms and services available through USCIS)
  • Federal Grants
  • Social Security Administration (SSA)
  • Medicare & Medicaid (CMS)
  • Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)
  • Housing & Urban Development (HUD)
  • Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
  • U.S. Department of Labor
  • Military & Defense Matters

 

Matters Outside Our Jurisdiction

State and local issues, including the following, are handled by state or local officials:

  • Connecticut Title XIX (Medicaid)
  • State and local property taxes
  • Motor vehicle registration & driver’s licenses
  • Husky Insurance
  • State of Connecticut spend-downs

For these matters, please contact your State Senator, State Representative, or local government office. You may visit https://www.cga.ct.gov/asp/menu/cgafindleg.asp to find your State Legislator.

 

How to Request Assistance

If you need immediate assistance, call our New Haven office at (203) 562-3718. To initiate a case, submit a completed Privacy Release Form along with all relevant documentation. Forms can be mailed or faxed to the address listed on the form.

Once we have received your request:

  • A caseworker will be assigned within 10 business days, and an inquiry will be submitted on your behalf if we have the necessary documentation.
  • Federal agencies typically take 30 business days to respond, though time frames may vary.
  • When an agency's response is received, my staff and I will notify you via phone or letter.
  • While we cannot guarantee a specific outcome, we can ensure your case receives fair consideration.

 

Privacy Release Requirement

Due to federal privacy laws, we need your written authorization before contacting an agency on your behalf. Please submit the appropriate Privacy Release Form:

To email the Congresswoman’s Office, Click Here or call our New Haven office at (203) 562-3718.