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Online Claims System Enhancements – February 2023

February 24, 2023

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Online Claims System Enhancements – February 2023

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Email - Important Updates_ “Other” option from the “Select a Law Firm” dropdown no longer available and Cancelling Incomplete Registrations - February 21, 2023

February 21, 2023

Email - Important Updates_ “Other” option from the “Select a Law Firm” dropdown no longer available and Cancelling Incomplete Registrations - February 21, 2023

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Email - Important Updates_ “Other” option from the “Select a Law Firm” dropdown no longer available and Cancelling Incomplete Registrations - February 21, 2023

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Email - New Transformation Information on VCF Website & Law Firm Meeting Notes - February 10, 2023

February 10, 2023

Email - New Transformation Information on VCF Website & Law Firm Meeting Notes - February 10, 2023

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Email - New Transformation Information on VCF Website & Law Firm Meeting Notes - February 10, 2023

Messages from the Special Master

Message from the Special Master – Eleventh Annual Status Report

February 6, 2023

The VCF completed its 11th year of operation in 2022, a year that brought with it measurable progress, continued challenges, and notable transitions – the most significant of which was the departure of Special Master Rupa Bhattacharyya in April 2022, after nearly six years of dedicated and extraordinary service at the VCF, and 27 years with the Department of Justice. Rupa’s far-reaching contributions will continue to benefit the 9/11 community for years to come, and she has my deepest gratitude for her service to this community.

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Email - VCF Releases Eleventh Annual Report - February 6, 2023

February 6, 2023

Email - VCF Releases Eleventh Annual Report - February 6, 2023

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Email - VCF Releases Eleventh Annual Report - February 6, 2023

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Email - VCF Website Updates - February 3, 2023

February 3, 2023

Email - VCF Website Updates - February 3, 2023

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Email - VCF Website Updates - February 3, 2023

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Email – Materials presented during January 25, 2023 VCF Meeting with Law Firms – January 26, 2023

January 26, 2023

Email – Materials presented during January 25, 2023 VCF Meeting with Law Firms – January 26, 2023

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Email - Materials presented during January 25, 2023 VCF Meeting with Law Firms - January 26, 202.pdf

Law Firm Meeting Deck_Final.pdf

PRESENCE CHART-01.23.2023.pdf

Law Firm Meeting Notes January 2023.pdf

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Email - Cancellation of Registration-Only Claims for Victims with Multiple Claim Numbers - January 12, 2023

January 12, 2023

Email - Cancellation of Registration-Only Claims for Victims with Multiple Claim Numbers - January 12, 2023

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Email - Cancellation of Registration-Only Claims for Victims with Multiple Claim Numbers - January 2023

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Email – Important Updates - Remove Function no longer available and Additional Guidance to Registration Tab – November 21, 2022

November 21, 2022

Email – Important Updates - Remove Function no longer available and Additional Guidance to Registration Tab – November 21, 2022

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Email – Important Updates - Remove Function no longer available and Additional Guidance to Registration Tab – November 21, 2022

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Email – Important Updates – VCF Policies and Procedures and System Maintenance – November 16, 2022

November 16, 2022

Email – Important Updates – VCF Policies and Procedures and System Maintenance – November 16, 2022

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Email - Important Updates – VCF Policies and Procedures and System Maintenance - November 16, 2022

Law_Firm_Update_Nov2022

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ACH International Wire Transfer Form

November 15, 2022

New form for international wire transfers.

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International Wire Transfer Request Form

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Exhibit B1

November 15, 2022

Authorization for release of pension and health information from HIPAA and non-HIPAA entities - this form can be used for both Personal Injury and Deceased Individuals.

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Exhibit B1

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Lead Personal Representative Form

November 14, 2022

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Lead Personal Representative Form

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Appendix A

November 7, 2022

Additional Information for claims filed for Deceased Individuals

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Appendix A

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Email – URGENT update from the VCF – ACTION REQUIRED – November 3, 2022

November 3, 2022

Email – URGENT update from the VCF – ACTION REQUIRED – November 3, 2022

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Email – URGENT update from the VCF – ACTION REQUIRED – November 3, 2022

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Email – Important Updates and Reminders NYSLRS, Expedite Requests, and NYCERS – October 12, 2022

October 12, 2022

Email – Important Updates and Reminders_NYSLRS, Expedite Requests, and NYCERS – October 12, 2022

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Email - Important Updates and Reminders_ NYSLRS, Expedite Requests, and NYCERS - October 12, 202.pdf

Messages from the Special Master

Message from the Special Master on the 21st Anniversary of the September 11th Attacks

September 9, 2022

Dear Friends, The anniversary of the September 11th attacks is always a time for reflection. For me personally, this is the first anniversary since being appointed earlier this year as the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund’s (“VCF”) interim Special Master. Despite my relatively short time in this role, I have been touched by the stories in each claim I have reviewed, and deeply impressed by the perseverance, resilience, and humility of the community our team serves. Today, we continue to pay tribute to the lives lost and the community that came together during the recovery efforts in response to one of our country’s hardest challenges.

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