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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 Explain why certain ITOs were not consulted and specify the name of the ITOs that were not consulted. In August SNAP extended an invitation for an in-person meal (8.12.2025) to the following tribes for an open conversation about how we can better serve tribal populations: Spirit Lake Standing Rock Sioux Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Three Affiliated Tribes of the Fort Berthold Reservation Standing Rock Tribe Workforce Services was the only ITO to attend. 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 08/12/2025 Standing Rock Tribe Workforce Services Cheryl Keepseagle, Director of Standing Rock Tribe Workforce Services; Christina DeCora, Case Manager of Standing Rock Tribe Workforce Services SNAP will be setting up in-person meetings with the Standing Rock Tribe Workforce Services. These sessions will focus on providing valuable insights into SNAP E&T and exploring collaborative opportunities that could benefit our communities. 1/29/26, 8:17 AM State Plan ND FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-northdakotafy26stateplan//index.html 7/71