CFR > Title 25 - Indians > CHAPTER VI—OFFICE OF THE ASSISTANT SECRETARY, INDIAN AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR > PART 1000—ANNUAL FUNDING AGREEMENTS UNDER THE TRIBAL SELF-GOVERNMENT ACT AMENDMENTS TO THE INDIAN SELF-DETERMINATION AND EDUCATION ACT > SUBPART I—Public Consultation Process (§1000.210 to §1000.214) > 1000.213—What should the bureau do if it is invited to attend a meeting with respect to the Tribe's/Consortium's proposed AFA?

1000.213—What should the bureau do if it is invited to attend a meeting with respect to the Tribe's/Consortium's proposed AFA?

If the bureau is invited to participate in meetings, hearings, etc., held or conducted by other parties, where the subject matter of the AFA under negotiation is expected to be raised, the bureau:
(a) Shall notify the Tribe/Consortium at the earliest practical time; and
(b) Should encourage the meeting sponsor to invite the Tribe/Consortium to participate.