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SAMHSA Tribal Consultation Policy — 2024 Modernization Draft

Governs modernization of SAMHSA's Tribal Consultation Policy to align with HHS 2023 TCP, update organizational references and virtual meeting procedures, and guide consultation with federally recognized Tribes; affects SAMHSA staff and Tribal governments/representatives.

Policy Summary

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PolicySAMHSA Tribal Consultation Policy — 2024 Modernization Draft

Policy CodePolicy N/A

Change TypeModernization (organizational updates, virtual meeting language, streamlined definitions)

Effective DateUpon signature

Next Review DateN/A

Key ActionTribal leaders and stakeholders may submit written comments via email until January 6, 2025; SAMHSA will host two virtual Tribal Consultations (Nov 6 and Dec 5) with at least 30 days' notice.

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POLICY UPDATE CHANGES

Updated organizational references (Administrator → Assistant Secretary) and modernized virtual meeting language to reflect current practices and alignment with 2023 HHS TCP.

New concise Purpose and Objectives sections consistent with the 2023 HHS TCP were added in the 2024 draft.

Detailed listing of SAMHSA Centers and Offices and an extensive definitions list from 2016 were removed to keep the document concise and future-proof.

2virtual Tribal consultation meetings scheduled

30minimum notice (days)

90consultation outcomes reported (days)

Jan 6, 2025written comments deadline

Spring 2025target approval

Modernization and Consultation Process

Key modernization changes and consultation process elements in the 2024 draft include:

Update organizational references (Administrator → Assistant Secretary) and remove detailed Centers/Offices listing to maintain relevance.

Modernize meeting modalities language (teleconference → virtual meeting) and reflect virtual consultation procedures.

Simplify and consolidate background and definitions (reduced from 32 items to 7) and add concise Purpose and Objectives sections consistent with the 2023 HHS TCP.

Define consultation notification and participation processes, including: minimum 30 calendar days notice to Tribal Leaders, multiple notification mechanisms (Dear Tribal Leader Letter, SAMHSA OTAP webpage posting, partner sharing, Federal Register notice), and options for virtual and/or in-person meetings or participation in HHS meetings.

Policy Summary

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PolicySAMHSA Tribal Consultation Policy — 2024 Modernization Draft

Policy CodePolicy N/A

Change TypeModernization (organizational updates, virtual meeting language, streamlined definitions)

Effective DateUpon signature

Next Review DateN/A

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Consultation Participation and Submission

Documentation Required

Submit written comments and join virtual Tribal Consultations

Tribal leaders and stakeholders may submit written comments via email through January 6, 2025. SAMHSA will also host two virtual Tribal Consultations (Wednesday 11/6, 3:00–4:30 PM ET; Thursday 12/5, 1:00–2:30 PM ET) and will notify Tribal Leaders at least 30 days in advance using a Dear Tribal Leader Letter, the SAMHSA OTAP webpage, partner sharing, and a Federal Register notice.

Written comments accepted via email until January 6, 2025.
Two virtual Tribal Consultations scheduled: 11/6 (3:00–4:30 PM ET) and 12/5 (1:00–2:30 PM ET).
Notice to Tribal Leaders at least 30 days in advance via Dear Tribal Leader Letter, SAMHSA OTAP webpage, partner channels, and Federal Register notice.

Key Terms

Tribal Consultation Policy (TCP) — definition

DefinitionTribal Consultation Policy (TCP) is SAMHSA’s agency-specific policy for engaging federally recognized Tribes in meaningful consultation to inform SAMHSA programs and reduce AIAN health disparities.

Purpose (concise)Modernize the 2016 TCP to align with the 2023 HHS TCP and update organizational and meeting terminology while preserving core consultation processes.

Scope (who it affects)Applies to SAMHSA staff and federally recognized Tribal governments/representatives as participants in consultation activities.

Key procedural elementConsultation notifications must be provided at least 30 calendar days in advance and may include virtual or in-person modalities.

HistoryInitial SAMHSA TCP established March 2, 2007; updated February 24, 2016; 2024 draft modernizes and shortens definitions and organizational references.