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Email and Virtual Collaboration Tools: Day-to-day updates, case-specific concerns, and referrals are communicated securely via email or virtual platforms such as Webex or Microsoft Outlook. SNAP E&T Shared Mailbox: A centralized email account is used to manage communications, referrals, and documentation between the State agency and E&T partners. The mailbox is monitored daily and a response is provided within 3 business days. Data Reporting and Monitoring: E&T providers submit participation and outcome data to the State agency on a monthly basis. The Program Specialist and dedicated reporting staff review these submissions to ensure accuracy and consistency with program expectations and federal requirements. Spreadsheets: Reports and data tracking are typically shared in spreadsheet format, allowing for standardized review and analysis. Data Protection and Confidentiality All shared participant data is managed in accordance with federal and state privacy regulations, including FNS guidelines and the Nebraska Data Privacy and Security Standards. All DHHS staff and E&T providers receive guidance and training on data confidentiality protocols to ensure compliance. Describe how the State agency shares new policies, procedures, or other information with the intermediary or other E&T provider. The State agency shares new policies, procedures, and program updates with E&T providers through multiple, coordinated channels to ensure consistent understanding and implementation across all providers. Information is disseminated by posting updated documents on a shared SharePoint site accessible to all partner staff, sending email communications directly to partners, and discussing changes during monthly check-in calls. Any updates to policies or procedures are also incorporated into the SNAP E&T Provider Handbook, which serves as a centralized reference guide. Technical assistance and training are provided every time there is a process change, ensuring that all partners are equipped to implement new procedures accurately and efficiently. Describe how the State agency, intermediaries, and E&T providers share participant data and information. Include the names of any MIS systems (or other modes of communication) used. The state’s MIS system, N-FOCUS, and Case Management system, NEworks, are the systems of record for case information on referrals, noncompliance, provider determinations and case notes and Federal Reporting measures. Currently, N-FOCUS and NEworks do not interact with each other. If the State uses a MIS system, describe the E&T related data that is tracked and stored in those systems (e.g. referrals, noncompliance with program requirements, provider determination, etc.), and whether the system(s) interact with each other. All 583 data points and ORM information are tracked in NEworks. NFOCUS tracks all of the noncompliance related to ABAWD and Work requirements. Describe the State agency’s process for monitoring E&T providers’ program and fiscal operations. Include plans for direct monitoring such as visits, as well as indirect monitoring such as reviewing program data, financial 1/29/26, 9:15 AM State Plan NE FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-nefy26stateplan//index.html 22/159