Participation of Indian Tribes and local stakeholders

(a) In general In the conduct of planning, design, and reconstruction activities of the Secretary concerned relating to the recovery of the covered area in response to the Dragon Bravo Fire or White Sage Fire, as applicable, the Secretary concerned shall— (1) invite applicable Indian Tribes to participate; and (2) engage with other applicable local stakeholders (including units of local government, nonprofit organizations, local businesses (including Tribal businesses), and community groups). (b) Tribal businesses and local businesses To the maximum extent practicable, the Secretary concerned shall prioritize contracting with Tribal businesses and local businesses to carry out reconstruction activities relating to the recovery of the covered area in response to the Dragon Bravo Fire or White Sage Fire, as applicable.