EPA Region 5 Implementation Procedures for EPA Policy on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribes

The purpose of this document is to set forth procedures to implement the EPA Policy on Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribes (EPA Tribal Consultation Policy). The EPA Tribal Consultation Policy states, “EPA’s policy is to consult on a government-to-government basis with federally recognized tribes when EPA actions and decisions may affect tribal interests.” The implementation procedures set forth in this document will help EPA Region 5 to consult with tribal governments in a manner that is meaningful, respectful of EPA Region 5 tribal preferences, and consistent with the EPA Tribal Consultation Policy.

• EPA Region 5 Implementation Procedures (PDF)(16 pp, 196 K, July 26, 2011)