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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 06/24/2025 Ute Mountain Ute Tribe (UMUT) CDHS Tribal Affairs Specialist The State Agency consulted on various programs, including SNAP, during the annual tribal consultation. It was noted that the voluntary EF program is not currently administered in the counties encompassing the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. During the consultation, no feedback or concerns were expressed by Tribal representatives regarding the design or implementation of the EF program. 06/25/2025 Southern Ute Indian Tribe (SUIT) CDHS Tribal Affairs Specialist The State Agency consulted on various programs, including SNAP, during the annual tribal consultation. It was noted that the voluntary EF program is not currently administered in the counties encompassing the Southern Ute Indian Tribe. During the consultation, tribal representatives did not express feedback or concerns regarding the design or implementation of the EF program. 11