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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 06/30/2025 Mohegan Tribal Organization Tribal Communications SNAP E&T Information including specific program locations, a program poster, the CT E&T Website, More Than a Job fliers and the purpose and mission of the SNAP E&T program was shared with both ITOs. We shared this partnership information via e-mail, but the ITOs did not respond. We hope the consultation will lead to increased participation from this community. The SNAP E&T partner in closest proximity to each ITO is Three Rivers CT State Community College campus. Our Three Rivers Coordinator was advised of the consultation. 06/30/2025 Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Organization Tribal Communications SNAP E&T Information including specific program locations, a program poster, the CT E&T Website, More Than a Job fliers and the purpose and mission of the SNAP E&T program was shared with both 1/28/26, 11:04 AM State Plan CT FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-ctfy26stateplan//index.html 7/96