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What is the State's model for screening and referral to SNAP E&T? Select all that apply. Reverse Referral Direct Referral When does screening for referral to E&T occur? Select all that apply. Initial Certification Recertification Reported change in the work registrant status of households Other Describe the process for screening for direct referral to E&T, including the staff involved. DSS eligibility staff screen for referral to E&T services at certification, recertification, and during the certification period when requested by a client or when a client reports a change that affects their work registrant or ABAWD status. The ASSIST Worker Web (AWW) eligibility system identifies all SNAP recipients ages 16 through 59 and determines if they meet the work registration exemption criteria stated in 7 CFR 273.7(b)(1). AWW also identifies all SNAP recipients ages 18 through 64 and determines if they meet the ABAWD exemption criteria stated in 7 CFR 273.24(c). Anyone who is not exempt from ABAWD requirements or who elects to volunteer for E&T is referred for SNAP E&T services. AWW is programmed with the criteria to refer ABAWD and voluntary participants to SNAP E&T services. DSS eligibility staff screen all SNAP applicants between the ages of 16 through 59 for referral to SNAP E&T. During the SNAP interview at certification and recertification, E&T programs and services are discussed with SNAP applicants to determine interest in SNAP E&T participation. DSS eligibility staff review the client’s status as a work registrant or ABAWD, as well as pertinent information about the client’s ability to work and participate in an E&T program. Possible E&T exemptions and participation barriers are evaluated to determine if the client should be referred to the E&T program. All ABAWDs who are not working are automatically referred for E&T services. If a non-ABAWD client may have significant challenges with ongoing participation or the available E&T activities are not suitable for the client, a client will not be referred to the E&T program at that time. When does the screening for a reverse referral request occur? SNAP E&T providers screen for reverse referral as part of the outreach and intake process for participants. Describe the process for screening during the reverse referral request process, including the staff involved. DSS eligibility staff screen reverse referrals received from the SNAP E&T providers. E&T providers submit reverse referrals with the client's consent to DSS via email. Before submitting a reverse referral to DSS, E&T providers are to assess if the individual is a good fit for their program. The E&T provider will assist the 1/28/26, 11:01 AM State Plan DE FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-defy26stateplan//index.html 23/96