The motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis is denied, and the petition for a writ of mandamus is dismissed. See Rule 39.8.

DISTRIBUTED for Conference of February 20, 2015.

Waiver of right of respondent Federal Respondent to respond filed.

Petition for a writ of mandamus and motion for leave to proceed in forma pauperis filed. (Response due February 23, 2015)

Party name:, Petitioner, represented by Alexander Otis Matthews

Federal Respondent, Respondent, represented by Donald B. Verrilli Jr.