In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.s. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulation and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminationg based on race, color, national orgin, sex, religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for pogram information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearingor have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languagesother than English.
To file program complaint of discriminiation, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
(1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary of Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410
(2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.