Subd. 27. Transition year extension families.

"Transition year extension families" means families who have completed their transition year of child care assistance under this subdivision and who are eligible for, but on a waiting list for, services under section 142E.04 . For purposes of sections 142E.04, subdivision 3 , and 142E.08, subdivision 1 , clause (2), families participating in extended transition year shall not be considered transition year families. Notwithstanding Minnesota Rules, parts 3400.0040 , subpart 10, and 3400.0090 , subpart 2, transition year extension child care may be used to support employment, approved education or training programs, or a job search that meets the requirements of section 142E.12 for the length of time necessary for families to be moved from the basic sliding fee waiting list into the basic sliding fee program.