What We Can Help You With
Before you contact my office for assistance, it is a good idea to determine if your problem is something this office has the authority and jurisdiction to help you with. The information and examples below can help you decide.
Issues and Problems Handled by Federal Agencies
A federal agency, as the term implies, is an organization that is part of the federal government. These agencies are either:
- Part of the President's cabinet, like the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), since it is under the Department of the Treasury, or
- Independent agencies, like the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC).
If you are unsure if your problem involves a federal agency, visit the White House website as well as individual agency pages for more information.
If you are having trouble solving a problem with a federal agency on your own, my staff and I may be able to assist you in working with the agency. While I cannot ask the agency to do anything which they are unable to do under law or regulations, my staff can make sure that all of your rights are respected and that errors in procedure are corrected.
Non-Federal Issues and Problems
Because of the Constitutional separation of powers between the three branches of government, judicial matters (matters which involve the courts) do not fall under my jurisdiction as a U.S. Senator. Examples of judicial matters are:
- Child custody
- Divorce
- Criminal trials or imprisonment
Problems which involve Delaware State Agencies are also not under my jurisdiction as a U.S. Senator. Examples of such problems include:
- Child support
- Motor vehicle registration or loss of license
- Welfare
- State taxes
For these problems, you should contact Governor Ruth Ann Minner at (302) 577-3210.
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