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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. Consultation meetings with the other ITOs will be scheduled. 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 11/22/2024 Ponca Tribe Connie Plasek The DHHS SNAP E&T team met with the Ponca Tribe regarding SNAP E&T and becoming a third party provider. In addition, we consulted with them on how we could work with them to better support their efforts and tribal members. Ponca tribe stated they would attempt to secure non-federal funds to work towards becoming a third party-provider. The SNAP E&T team also provided program information for distribution to potential participants. 05/28/2025 Winnebago Tribe Echohawk Lefthand The SNAP E&T team attended the Winnebago Tribal Consultation Meeting. This meeting strengthened 1/29/26, 9:15 AM State Plan NE FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-nefy26stateplan//index.html 13/159