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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 10/08/2024 American Indian Community Development Center Executive Director Listened to food access challenges faced by American Indians in the northern areas of the state. Discussed interactions of food programs and how the better align them to better meet the needs of American Indian individuals. 12/12/2024 Division of Indian Work Executive Director Listened to food access challenges faced by American Indians in the metro areas of the state. Discussed interactions of food programs and how the better align them to better meet the needs of American Indian individuals. 01/09/2025 American Indian Food Sovereignty Workgroup: Bois Forte, Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe, Grand Portage, Fond du Lac, Leech Lake, Red Lake, White Earth, Lower Directors, Planners, Coordinators and Supervisors from the Tribal Nations and ITO's listedm Virtual gathering to share on food resources and how Tribal Nations and ITOs can access funding. Tribal nations and ITOs shared best Food Sovereignty best practices. 1/29/26, 8:18 AM State Plan MN FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-mnfy26stateplan//index.html 11/253