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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. Iowa’s SNAP E&T program is a voluntary program available to Iowa residents meeting the following E&T participant criteria who express an interest in volunteering for E&T: • A SNAP recipient or applicant with pending eligibility determination • Not receiving Family Investment Program (FIP) assistance or other cash assistance under Title IV such as Tribal Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) • Age 18 or older (may be 16-17 if already have a high school diploma or working toward a high school diploma or equivalent) ready, able, and willing to work at the completion of E&T enrollment What information does the State provide to a SNAP recipient to explain SNAP E&T participation criteria? Eligibility workers are provided a script to be used as a verbal explanation of the E&T program as shown below: "The SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) Program is a voluntary program. It is available to anyone who has applied for or is receiving SNAP benefits and meeting program eligibility criteria. This program is free and can help you find a job or attend training to increase your job skills. You may learn how to: Write a resume Complete a job application Prepare for job interviews Receive training or go to school to earn certificates, diplomas, or Associate degrees Increase job skills in specific occupations There are E&T Service Providers that will work with you to determine the appropriate training and supports needed for you to participate in the E&T program. Supports are provided at no cost to you and may include: Tuition/Fees Books and other training materials Transportation assistance Dependent care assistance Other supports that are reasonably necessary for you to participate in the E&T program. Because E&T is a voluntary program, your SNAP benefits are not impacted if you choose not to enroll in the program. Participation in this program may help you meet other work rules to keep your SNAP benefits. You can learn more about the E&T Program by calling 515-281-3131. I have a few questions to go over with you to see if this program is the right fit for you or any other household members. If it is, we will make a referral for you. Available E&T Services Providers in your area: (name Provider(s))" How does the State document that the information has been provided? Answers to E&T screening questions are documented in the WISE narrative. 1/28/26, 11:53 AM State Plan IA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-iafy26stateplan//index.html 18/105