Page 8
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 06/25/2025 Chippewa Cree Chairman One consultation for all Montana ITOs was held virtually on June 25, 2025, via Teams Meeting. Topics included SNAP services in Montana including application process, access issues regarding the Public Assistance Helpline (PAHL) and using SNAP for online grocery shopping, ABAWDs, SNAP E&T and SNAP-Ed. Highlights of the FFY2025 SNAP E&T plan were discussed and it was explained that some components may be adjusted for the next plan, feedback from ITOs was requested. SNAP E&T supportive services and E&T counties were discussed. The state plan was sent to each ITO with request for plan feedback within 30 days. 06/25/2025 Confederated Salish Kootenai Tribe Chairman One consultation for all Montana ITOs was held virtually on June 25, 2025, via Teams Meeting. Topics 1/29/26, 8:17 AM State Plan MT FY26 - Amendment 1 https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-mtfy26stateplan//index.html 8/103