To file a program discrimination complaint with the USDA, you may obtain a complaint form by sending an email to OAC@usda.gov. You or your authorized representative must sign the complaint form. You are not required to use the complaint form. You may also file a program discrimination complaint by writing a letter to the Center for Civil Rights Enforcement at the address that follows:

U.S. Department of Agriculture Director, Center for Civil Rights Enforcement 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, DC 20250-9410

For additional information about what to include in your letter, see How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint, at the USDA Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights website

. For information on the discrimination complaint process, contact the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, Information Research Service, at (202) 260-1026 or (866) 632-9992 (toll free) or send an email to the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights at CR-INFO@usda.gov. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities, may use the Federal Relay Service (800) 877-8339 or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish).