§ 1000.1040. How does a Tribe/Consortium initiate the negotiation phase?
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/us/cfr/t25/s§ 1000.1040·A research copy — for the controlling text, always check the official state or federal source. Not legal advice.
A Tribe/Consortium initiates the negotiation phase by sending to the Secretary a written request clearly identified as a Request to Initiate the Negotiation Phase. This request notifies the Secretary of the Tribe's/Consortium's interest in negotiating for a program(s). This request must be sent:
(a)If in electronic form (PDF), which is the preferred method, to SGNEGOTIATION-REQUEST\@bia.gov; or
(b)If in paper form by United States Mail or express courier to the Director, Office of Self-Governance, at the headquarters address indicated on the official Department, OSG website.