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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 06/05/2025 Eastern Shoshone Tribe Chairman Wayland Large The Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS) sent a letter from the Director, Korin A. Schmidt, to the chairman on June 5, 2025. The letter was requesting information regarding the correct contact information to complete a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Consultation. The letter sent to Wayland Large, Chairman of the Eastern Shoshone Business Council, requesting a response by June 20, 2025, a response was never received. 06/05/2025 Northern Arapaho Tribe Chairman Lloyd Goggles The Wyoming Department of Family Services (DFS) sent a letter from the Director, Korin A. Schmidt, to the chairman on June 5, 2025. The letter was requesting information regarding the correct contact information to complete a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Consultation. The letter sent to Lloyd Goggles, Chairman of the Northern 1/29/26, 10:32 AM State Plan WY FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-wyfy26stateplan//index.html 8/110