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State Plan AR FY26 - Original Submission Page of 49 112 RTW - Workfare – Work Participation Code of 5W (Arkansas Does not currently have workfare but this is a code in Aries) NOTE: As Arkansas moves forward with ARIES and SNAP Work Enhancements to prepare for April 1, 2026 these codes may change. Describe measures taken to prevent duplicate counting of work registrants within the federal fiscal year. The SSN is used to prevent duplicate counts throughout the year. The Deloitte Reporting team ensures safegaurds and cross checks are put into place. Other options and tools utilized may include those listed below: Utilize the participant’s Social Security Number (SSN) as a unique identifier to prevent duplicate counts within and across systems. Conduct computerized cross-checks within the ARIES system to flag multiple registrations or participation entries under the same SSN. Coordinate with the USDA's National Accuracy Clearinghouse (NAC), a federally mandated interstate data system designed to prevent duplicate enrollment and benefit issuance across states. Use additional identifiers such as birthdate, address, or household information to corroborate identity and prevent duplication. Perform periodic data matching and reconciliation processes during the federal fiscal year across local, state, and federal databases to identify and correct duplicate registrations. Train eligibility staff to check for potential duplication before approving or entering participant data. Monitor and audit program data regularly to ensure counts accurately reflect unique participants. Together, these comprehensive measures help ensure Arkansas prevents duplicate counting of SNAP work registrants throughout the fiscal year in compliance with federal regulations (7 CFR § 272.4(e), 7 CFR § 273.3) and best practices outlined by USDA FNS.