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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. As Massachusetts operates a voluntary SNAP E&T program, all DTA clients may be referred to participate in the SNAP Path to Work program if they: • are a SNAP applicant or recipient • are at least 16 years old (certain programs) • do not receive TAFDC benefits • do not receive EAEDC benefits; and • want to participate in the program and plan to seek employment. What information does the State provide to a SNAP recipient to explain SNAP E&T participation criteria? As part of the oral explanation that accompanies the SNAP work rules screening, all SNAP clients who are subject to the General Work Rules (GWR) are advised that “Massachusetts has a voluntary employment and training program for SNAP recipients who do not receive cash assistance. This program, called SNAP Path to Work, can help you find or train for a job.” If subject to the GWR, one meets the basic eligibility for SNAP E&T participation. The Consolidated Notice contains the following language: “SNAP Path to Work Free Job Training! If you get SNAP, you may qualify for free education and training to help you achieve your career goals. SNAP Path to Work participants may qualify for transportation support. If you need childcare to help you participate in Path to Work, you may qualify for childcare assistance. Learn more: SNAPPathToWork.org. For more information or a referral to a SNAP Path to Work activity, call 888-483-0255.” The Benefit Decision Notice, Interim Report form, and other DTA notices and forms contain the following language: “SNAP Path to Work: Find Employment & Training providers by going to snappathtowork.org. Note: This is for SNAP-only clients.” Eligibility criteria are publicly posted in the client information section of the SNAP Path to Work website, where it says the following: Who Can Enroll in SNAP Path to Work? You can enroll in the SNAP Path to Work program if you meet all the conditions below: • Live in Massachusetts and are getting SNAP or have applied for SNAP • Are at least 16 years old • Want to learn new skills that will help you prepare for and find a job (or a better job) • Are not getting economic assistance (cash benefits) through DTA (TAFDC or EAEDC) Additionally, DTA’s Online Guide page, SNAP Path to Work, explains that “Participation in the program is voluntary and open to all unemployed or underemployed SNAP-only clients with an employment goal.” Links: SNAP E&T eligibility criteria on SNAP Path to Work website: https://snappathtowork.org/clients/eligibility-requirements/ DTA Online Guide Page – SNAP Path to Work: https://eohhs.ehs.state.ma.us/DTA/PolicyOnline/BEACON5/!SSL!/WebHelp/Pathways_to_Work/SNAP_Path_to_Work/SNAP_Path_to_Work.htm How does the State document that the information has been provided? After completing the SNAP work rules screening eligibility workers attest to the fact that the oral explanation (including information about the SNAP Path to Work program) has been provided by checking a box on the Work Rules Explanation tab on BEACON. What is the State's model for screening and referral to SNAP E&T? Select all that apply. Reverse Referral Direct Referral 1/29/26, 8:19 AM State Plan MA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-mafy26stateplan//index.html 30/167