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Policy Analyst presented on the format of the SNAP E&T proposals, questions asked and invited consultation and feedback on the proposals to ensure equitable access to SNAP E&T services for Tribes. Unfortunately, Tribes did not respond to the letter, did not attend the virtual meetings, and did not provide feedback. The SNAP E&T Team will continue to outreach and engage to solicit feedback to inform and shape SNAP E&T programming in Oregon. Oregon’s SNAP E&T Program is also dedicated to ongoing engagement with the Nine Federally Recognized Tribes in Oregon. A meeting was held on March 3, 2025, with the Social Services Director for the Burns-Paiute Tribe; ODHS Tribal Liaison; ODHS Survivor Investment Partnership Program Policy Analyst; ODHS Family Support and Connections Program Policy Analysts; and ODHS SNAP E&T Program Policy Analyst. The group met to discuss Burns- Paiute Tribe needs and how ODHS programs can help to support. The Tribe is wanting to create a childcare and parental development program focused on assisting survivors of domestic violence and supporting them with education and training opportunities. Discussions focused on integration of available services, especially culturally specific services, for survivors and those in need of trainings. The Tribe also expressed interest in inviting SNAP E&T Providers to offer in-house trainings such as resume writing, mock interviews, and other career- focused supports. Conversations will continue, to develop supports for the Tribe by utilizing existing service providers. 12/19/2024 Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua and Siuslaw Indians Chief (2030), Chair (2026), Chief Executive Officer, Director of Social Services The SNAP E&T team sought consultation on the SNAP Training and Employment Program (STEP) Provider Proposal narrative for FFY 2026 which informs development, 1/29/26, 9:33 AM State Plan OR FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-orfy26stateplan//index.html 27/378