What is a tribal consultation?

Tribal Consultation is an enhanced form of communication that emphasizes trust, respect, and shared responsibility. It is an open and free exchange of information and opinion among parties, which leads to mutual understanding and comprehension.

What does a tribal liaison do?

Tribal liaisons work with Native American Tribal governments to establish and maintain effective relations and communications and to promote greater awareness and mutual understanding of the policies, activities, and concerns of all parties related to the NRC’s regulatory activities.

Do you have to be a US citizen to work for the Forest Service?

Who Is Eligible To Volunteer? Almost any U.S. citizen or permanent resident can volunteer for the Forest Service, subject to a few restrictions. Foreign nationals must qualify for the Forest Service’s International Visitor Program before volunteering.

What are the regions of the Forest Service?

Regional Offices

  • Region 1: Northern Region.
  • Region 2: Rocky Mountain Region.
  • Region 3: Southwestern Region.
  • Region 4: Intermountain Region.
  • Region 5: Pacific Southwest Region.
  • Region 6: Pacific Northwest Region.
  • Region 8: Southern Region.
  • Region 9: Eastern Region.

What is government to government consultation?

The ACHP, as a federal agency, recognizes the government-to-government relationship between the United States and federally recognized Indian Tribes and acknowledges Indian Tribes as sovereign nations with inherent powers of self-governance.

Is tribal consultation required under NEPA?

In fact, the regulations implementing NEPA specifically require us to consult with Indian tribes.

How do I hire someone with a green card?

As an employer, you may require the services of a noncitizen to work at your company or business. If the individual is already a permanent resident (Green Card holder), you may hire that individual, but you must comply with the employment verification requirements.

How long should a public consultation last?

Consultations should normally last for at least 12 weeks with consideration given to longer timescales where feasible and sensible. Under normal circumstances, consultations should last for a minimum of 12 weeks.