Submit a Complaint

Any person who believes they have been the object of unequal treatment or discrimination or been excluded from participation in or denied benefits of the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality’s (DEQ) programs, activities or services on the grounds of race, color, or national origin may file a complaint with the DEQ’s nondiscrimination coordinator within 180 days from the date of the alleged discrimination. 

This procedure is in place to ensure the prompt and fair resolution of complaints which allege violation of federal non-discrimination laws.  

To be accepted, a complaint must: 

1. Involve discrimination on the basis of race, color, or national origin.
2. Allege discrimination that was committed by DEQ, a department employee, or a sub-recipient of the department. 
3. Be filed within 180 days from the alleged discrimination (or within 180 days of when the complainant knew or should have known of the discrimination). 

 Complaints must include:

1. Personal Information: Name, address, and phone number of the person alleging discrimination.
2. Dates: The date(s) of the alleged act of discrimination or the date when the complainant(s) became aware of the alleged discrimination.
3. Brief description: A brief, specific description of the discriminatory practice or action and any relevant facts.

The complaint should include names and contact information of any witnesses, including department employees or contractors.