Resources for Memphis & TN-9 Residents Negatively Impacted by Trump Administration Policies
I am committed to ensuring that people in Memphis and TN-9 have the resources they need to navigate the challenges posed by new policies from the Trump-Vance Administration. I’ve put together this guide as a resource for connecting people with services and support. I’m also keeping track of some of Trump’s most harmful executive actions, as well as our work to stop them and legal action being taken against them. Click here to read more.
If you need assistance with a federal agency, my office is here to help. You can click here to reach me online, or call my Memphis office at (901) 544-4131.
Resources For Federal Workers
- Federal Employee Rights & Appeals
- Right to reasonable accommodations for qualified employees with disabilities
- Statutory whistleblower protections and accompanying resources
- If you have information (particularly if you are a government employee or contractor) related to the politicization of the federal workforce, the firing of civil servants, and/or waste, fraud, or abuse of taxpayer dollars, you may reach out anonymously to the Democrats on the House Oversight Committee.
- Prohibited personnel practices
- Civil service law primer
Resources for Veterans and Service Member Families
- Rights and responsibilities as a VA patient or resident of a community living center
- Rights and responsibilities as a VA patient’s family member
- Rights and responsibilities as a Tricare eligible member
Resources for Immigrant Families:
- Know Your Rights: Immigration Rights & Resources 101: Essential information on immigration rights and available resources.
- Accredited Representatives: DOJ-accredited representatives provide low-cost legal help for immigration cases, including applications and court representation. Click here to find a list of recognized organizations in Memphis.
Local Resources for the LGBTQ+ Community:
- The University of Memphis provides support services, counseling, student organizations, and educational programs for LGBTQ+ individuals. They can also help connect students and community members with additional local resources. For more information, click here.
- The Tennessee Equality Project advocates for LGBTQ+ rights across the state and works to connect individuals with legal, health, and community support services. They also provide resources for advocacy and local engagement. For more information, click here.
To find Memphis-related data that the Trump-Vance Administration may have removed from government websites, you can visit https://www.policymap.com/.
My team and I are here to help. If you need assistance with a federal agency, do not hesitate to contact my Memphis office at (901) 544-4131, or my Washington, DC office at (202) 225-3265. You can also click here to contact me online.