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How many attempts are made to reach out to the SNAP participant for additional information? One Two Three More than three What is the State agency's criteria for good cause? The criteria for “good cause” includes but is not limited to illness; illness of another household member requiring the presence of the individual; a household emergency; a declaration of disaster; or lack of transportation. The county must thoroughly document the reason for the good cause determination in the case record. Within 10 days of determining that noncompliance with any CalFresh work registration requirement was without good cause, the county must issue a notice of adverse action informing the household of the disqualification imposed on the noncompliant individual. In addition to the notification requirements, the notice must contain a description of the act of noncompliance, identify the minimum length of the CalFresh disqualification, and specify that if at any time the individual becomes exempt, the disqualification shall end, and the individual may reapply for CalFresh. Information describing the action that can be taken to avoid ineligibility before the disqualification period begins must be included on or with the notice. The notice shall specify that the individual, if otherwise eligible, may apply for CalFresh benefits at the end of the disqualification period. Counties must make a good-faith effort of three attempts to reach out to the CalFresh recipient for additional information. Describe the State agency's process to determine good cause if there is not an appropriate and available opening for an E&T participant. Not applicable in CA. 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 54/286