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Describe the criteria for participation. Include the skills, knowledge, or experience necessary for participation in the component. For example, literacy or numeracy levels, recent labor market attachment, computer literacy, etc. Participants assigned to the Basic/Foundational Skills Instruction component typically demonstrate limited readiness for entry into the labor market. This includes individuals who: • Lack a high school diploma or GED equivalent • Have limited or no prior work experience • Possess low basic literacy or numeracy skills • Have limited English language proficiency • Require additional educational support to build foundational skills necessary for employment These individuals are identified through assessments conducted during initial engagement and case management and are referred to this component to strengthen their educational foundation and improve employability. Will this component be offered statewide? Yes No Projected Annual Participation. Projection should reflect a number of unduplicated individuals. 2,790 Estimated Annual Component Administrative Cost $159,745.82 Not supplanting. Describe how the State agency ensures that costs attributed to the E&T program are not supplanting funds used for other existing educational programs. Idaho ensures that costs attributed to the SNAP E&T program do not supplant existing federal, state, or local funds used for educational or training programs. This is accomplished through a combination of program oversight, third-party provider review, and funding source verification. Most services and activities provided to SNAP E&T participants—such as basic education, job readiness, and vocational training—are offered at no cost through community-based organizations, public agencies, and educational institutions. In instances where free or non-federally funded services are not available at the time of need, Maximus, the E&T contractor, may refer participants to alternative programs. Prior to making such referrals, these programs are reviewed to ensure they are not supported by federal funds, thereby preventing duplication or replacement of existing funding streams. Idaho also works closely with third-party partners to evaluate program offerings and confirm that SNAP E&T 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 66/100