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SCREENING FOR REFERRAL TO E&T The State agency must screen each work registrant to determine if it is appropriate, based on State-specific criteria, to refer them to the E&T program per 7 CFR 273.7 (c)(2). State agencies may operate program components in which individuals elect to participate, per 7 CFR 273.7(e)(4). List the State-specific criteria eligibility workers use to screen individuals to determine if it is appropriate to refer them to the State's SNAP E&T program. The CDSS released ACL 23-34 on March 28, 2023. Counties have implemented screening and referral guidance to E&T during certification/recertification. As part of the CalFresh E&T County Plan submission, the CDSS thoroughly reviews each county’s criteria for screening and referral to E&T and provides technical assistance where appropriate for compliance. The CDSS continues to monitor county compliance with the screening and referral guidance during Management Evaluations and addresses deficiencies when identified. State Criteria for Referral: As described in ACL 23-34, the CDSS criteria for referral to the CalFresh E&T program includes all CalFresh applicants and recipients interested in services. The CDSS criteria for referral to the CalFresh E&T program includes but is not limited to, work registrants and non-work registrants, individuals with or without recent work history; individuals proficient in English; English-language learners; interest in programs offered; access to technology, if program related; and participant reimbursement needs. County Criteria for Referral: Counties have the flexibility and responsibility to develop county criteria to decide who will be referred to the CalFresh E&T program. The CDSS encourages the counties to consider the following when developing criteria for E&T referral: • Availability of participant reimbursements; • Criteria for participation in the activities offered; • Availability of services where participants live; and • Participant needs and preferences. What information does the State provide to a SNAP recipient to explain SNAP E&T participation criteria? Counties offering CalFresh E&T explain the next steps to access E&T/begin a component to each individual referred. These "next steps" vary from county to county, but include additional appointment dates/times; program orientation materials; and partner contact information, if applicable. How does the State document that the information has been provided? Information about screening for E&T referral is included within the individual's electronic case file .in CalSAWS. What is the State's model for screening and referral to SNAP E&T? Select all that apply. Reverse Referral Direct Referral 1/28/26, 11:04 AM State Plan CA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-cafy26stateplan//index.html 40/286