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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 01/01/2025 Oneida Nation ITO Human Services Leaders Please see both 1) The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin and 2) Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa for all Outcome of Consolations information with this ITO. 01/01/2025 The Menominee Indian Tribe of Wisconsin ITO Human Services Leaders The State’s Vendor Management FSET Team has placed an emphasis on strengthening relationships with tribal nations. Efforts to reinforce this relationship will continue to include: 1) Working with the State’s Tribal Affairs Office at DHS to maintain a connection with the tribes. 2) Meeting with the tribes monthly and discussing upcoming proposed policy and process changes. This is an opportunity for DHS to engage with the tribal organizations and have discussions about upcoming changes, any specific impacts of the policy for the tribes, and for DHS to gather any other relevant feedback. 3) Holding 1/29/26, 10:30 AM State Plan WI FY26 - Amendment 1 https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-wify26stateplan//index.html 14/230