Our office provides a variety of services to Rhode Islanders to help you navigate federal agencies, get the most out of recently passed legislation, and more.
If you need help, please fill out our casework form below.
What Can We Help You With?
If you are a resident of Rhode Island and you need help with a federal agency, we will be happy to work with you. If you are not from Rhode Island, please contact your home state senators for assistance.
Federal agencies include departments within the President’s cabinet, such as the Department of Veterans Affairs, and independent agencies, like the Social Security Administration and the U.S. Postal Service. Visit USA.gov for a list of offices within the federal Executive Branch.
While we can’t ask an agency to circumvent its rules, force it to decide a question in your favor, or change a decision that is already final, we can make inquiries about the status of your situation and review steps taken thus far to make certain your case is being handled properly.
Navigating Federal Agencies
- If you are experiencing issues with the Department of Veterans Affairs or the Department of Defense, need military records or medals, or have problems receiving your benefits, our office may be able to assist. The Department of Veterans Affairs website may offer answers as well.
- Late Social Security payments? Questions about your Medicare coverage? These problems are essential for our seniors. If you’re having issues receiving benefits, please reach out or check the Social Security Administration web site or the Medicare website.
- If you have a trip coming up and need to renew your passport, our team is ready to help. We can also assist with some immigration matters and help you navigate the Department of Homeland Security. The State Department provides information for U.S. citizens on obtaining a passport and traveling abroad. Check the web site maintained by S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for immigration questions.
- We’re happy to help you communicate with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding outstanding tax issues, delayed returns, or other questions. Also check the IRS website for further information
- The IRS web site includes information on preparing and filing your tax returns, the Earned Income Tax Credit, local assistance with personal tax issues, and other frequently-asked questions.
- If your employer doesn’t offer affordable health insurance, you may be eligible to sign up for coverage through Rhode Island’s state-based health insurance marketplace, HealthSource RI.
- Check out ed.gov, the Rhode Island Student Loan Authority, or give us a call to learn more.
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