The spinal implant includes a tissue barrier. A first member extends in a transverse orientation from the tissue barrier and is connectable with vertebral tissue adjacent a lamina. A second member is spaced from the first member and extends in a transverse orientation from the tissue barrier. The second member is connectable with vertebral tissue adjacent a lamina. At least one of the members includes an end that is disposable about at least a portion of the vertebral tissue. Systems and methods of use are disclosed.