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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 05/02/2025 Catawba Nation Chief of Catawba Nation • TCSS Inquiry email was sent to the Chief the Catawba Nation. • The Chief forwarded the email to the Chief of Staff (COS) • Received an email from the Catawba Nation COS advising that the Catawba Nation accepted the invitation to assist in hosting the event again. 05/12/2025 Catawba Nation Chief of Catawba Nation • Received an email from the Catawba Nation with 5 dates of availability for the Catawba Nation. 05/16/2025 Catawba Nation Chief of Catawba Nation • An email was sent from DSS to Catawba Nation with an agreed date of 6-23-2025 and a proposed time of 10:00am to 11:00am. 05/22/2025 Catawba Nation Chief of Catawba Nation • An email was received from the Catawba Nation confirming the aforementioned date and time for their Executive Committee. 1/29/26, 9:36 AM State Plan SC FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-scfy26stateplan//index.html 8/125