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This coordinated process ensures that all mandatory individuals are clearly informed of their responsibilities and how to engage with Idaho’s SNAP E&T program. SNAP participants who meet state or federal exemption criteria are informed that they do not currently have work requirements, and that their exemption status will be reviewed at their next re-evaluation or when a change is reported. An assessment is conducted for SNAP participants who do not meet exemption criteria to evaluate their readiness to participate in Employment and Training (E&T). Participants identified as not ready due to a reported barrier are informed that, although they are subject to work requirements, they are not being referred to E&T at this time. They are also advised that their circumstances will be reviewed at their next re-evaluation or upon reporting a change. How does the State document that the information has been provided? The state documents that E&T participation criteria was provided using a journal template or case note. Written notices are stored in the eligibility system to confirm delivery of the information. 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. If an individual is determined to be mandatory for SNAP E&T participation, eligibility workers follow a standardized screening process to assess whether it is appropriate to refer the individual to the state’s E&T program. This process is designed to identify potential barriers that may prevent successful engagement with E&T services. Using a structured workflow, eligibility workers ask a series of guided questions to evaluate the participant’s readiness. These questions focus on key factors such as housing stability, access to childcare, transportation availability, legal issues, and other personal challenges that may interfere with program participation. If a situation falls outside of established statewide processes, an escalation process is in place to allow for additional review by state policy and E&T program staff. If, upon review, it is determined that referral to the E&T program is not appropriate, the individual is granted 1/28/26, 11:54 AM State Plan ID FY26 - Amendment 1 https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-idfy26stateplan//index.html 26/100