Intergovernmental Affairs Staff (IGA)
The Intergovernmental Affairs Staff (IGA) within the Office of Policy, Legislation, and International Affairs serves as the Agency’s lead for coordinating outreach and policy engagements with elected/appointed state, local, and territorial officials. IGA also engages with federal intergovernmental partners, including the White House, HHS, and other federal entities, on issues that involve FDA equities. Additionally, IGA serves as FDA’s designated liaison to tribal governments and organizations, ensuring the Agency honors and respects the unique government-to-government relationship that exists between the U.S. Government and federally recognized American Indian and Alaska Native tribes. In support of the Administration’s commitment to ensuring robust, uniform, and centralized engagement and consultation with Tribal Nations, IGA manages all formal interactions with tribes, guiding FDA offices and centers on the use of engagement mechanisms such as formal consultation, listening sessions, Dear Tribal Leader Letters, and more. IGA also serves as the interagency tribal liaison for FDA, including with HHS and its Operating Divisions, and coordinates data calls regarding the Agency’s interactions with tribal governments.
Mailing Address
Intergovernmental Affairs Staff
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Office of Policy, Legislation, and International Affairs
Office of the Commissioner
10903 New Hampshire Avenue
Silver Spring, MD 20993