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categories except "Tuition/Fees for Training" and "Books /Training Manuals" Wi-Fi Hotspots Must be necessary for employment, training and/or participation in E&T, $500 maximum cumulative for all categories except "Tuition/Fees for Training" and "Books /Training Manuals" SNAP E&T Provider Direct payment to vendor(s) Provider purchases directly from the vendor (reimbursement) Is dependent care provided? Select yes even if E&T funds are not being used. Yes No How does the State agency ensure that the participant has the necessary participant reimbursements to begin participation in the E&T program? SNAP participants who are referred to SNAP E&T are asked if transportation is a barrier and if they would need a gas card to attend orientation. Montana eligibility staff provide a gas card at the OPA office if the participant indicates gas expenses are a barrier to orientation and participation. 1/29/26, 8:17 AM State Plan MT FY26 - Amendment 1 https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-mtfy26stateplan//index.html 48/103