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CONSULTATION WITH INDIAN TRIBAL ORGANIZATIONS (ITOs) State agencies are required to consult with Tribes about the SNAP State Plan of Operations, which includes the E&T State Plan, per 7 CFR 272.2(b) and 272.2(e)(7). The consultations must pertain to the unique needs of Tribal members. State agencies are required to document the availability of E&T programs for Tribal members living on reservations in accordance with 7 CFR 273.7(c)(6)(xiii). The goal of this section is to describe how the State agency consulted with Indian Tribal Organizations (ITOs), describe the results of the consultation, and document the availability of E&T programs for Tribal members living on reservations. Did the State agency consult with ITOs in the State? Yes Yes, but not all ITOs No There are no ITOs in my State List the ITOs consulted and describe the outcomes of the consultation(s). Provide specific examples of how the State agency incorporated feedback from ITOs into the design of the E&T program (e.g. unique supportive service, new component, in-demand occupation). Include the title of the person you consulted and the date. Date Name of ITO Title(s) of Person Consulted Outcome of Consultation 01/29/2025 Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) Lana Bailey, Chief Program Officer CITC expressed renewed interest in SNAP E&T program partnership and a draft program narrative has been developed. Follow up meeting scheduled for week of March 17th in person when a new agency director is in place. 03/12/2025 Metlakatla Indian Community (MIC) Frankie Williams, Tribal Employment Rights Office Director. Christina Martinez, Tribal Employment Rights Office Assistant Director Quarterly meeting Regarding upcoming SNAP program changes. This included a brief overview of the SNAP E&T program and discussion of potential partnership. Director Williams expressed an interest in E&T partnership and a follow-up meeting was scheduled to provide more detailed information about the SNAP E&T program. 03/19/2025 Cook Inlet Tribal Council (CITC) Lana Bailey, Chief Program Officer Notification of meeting cancelation by CITC that included a statement that they have decided not to pursue SNAP E&T partnership at this time. 1/27/26, 9:34 AM State Plan AK FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-akfy26stateplan//index.html 8/97