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ensure seamless childcare services for families as they work to achieve economic self- sufficiency. Childcare costs associated with work, approved education and training, community service or other paid and non-paid work activities are paid for through the PASS program. PASS is a three-tiered program that provides seamless childcare subsidies as recipients move from ATAP toward self-sufficiency. To participate in any PASS program, a parent must be working, attending school or training program, or participating in activities assigned on their FSSP. PASS I is funded through TANF and is available for ATAP families engaged in work, job readiness or activities necessary to achieve self-sufficiency. PASS II is funded by TANF and the Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF) and is available for up to twelve months for transitional purposes for those employed ATAP families whose case closes. The PASS III program is funded by CCDF and provides subsidized childcare for qualifying low- income families. PASS II and PASS III families must be engaged in work, education, or training activities and require a family contribution toward the cost of childcare based on a sliding fee scale depending on a family’s gross income and family size. Provider recruitment and referrals for childcare are accomplished primarily through Alaska’s statewide Resource and Referral Network. Alaska requires that all childcare providers who participate in the PASS program be state or Municipality of Anchorage licensed, state approved, or certified by the United States Department of Defense or United States Coast Guard. Tribally Approved or Tribally Certified providers with standards that meet or exceed the State of Alaska’s standards are also eligible to participate in the PASS program. 14. SUPPORT SERVICES BENEFITS The Division contracts services necessary to support work activities and to promote self- sufficiency for ATAP participants and recipients transitioning into the workforce. These services include, but are not limited to: • Transportation, • Job related training, • Tools and equipment, • Employment related clothing, • Minor auto repair/car insurance, • Pre-employment interview expenses, • Start-up expenses, and • Social Security application assistance. 15. SHELTER A portion of the ATAP payment is intended to cover shelter costs. Families with shelter costs Alaska TANF State Plan P lan Effective December 31, 2025 19 | P a g e