OTR leads the intergovernmental role for the Department with tribes. Efforts through consultation, coordination and collaboration support the preservation of the government to government relationship and enhance access to USDA’s various programs and services to tribes, tribal organizations and citizens.

OTR works with tribes, tribal organizations and tribal citizens to ensure access to USDA programs and services and enhances delivery methods through various approaches to improve the coordination and effectiveness of federal programs, services, and actions affecting tribes, tribal organizations and tribal citizens. USDA works with various partners to enhance delivery of programs and services in Indian Country.

OTR leads efforts for the Department including principal responsibility for the implementation of Executive Order 13175, “Consultation and Coordination with Indian Tribal Governments,” including the continual refinement of the consultation process to ensure strong partnerships that will help preserve tribal sovereignty.

OTR leads the Department’s effort to support and enhance government-to-government relations between USDA and tribal governments.

OTR has compiled additional resources available to tribes, tribal organizations, and tribal citizens.