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training and supportive services. · Develop policies to ensure the integration of E&T programs and services for SNAP participants. SNAP is named as a partner in NJ’s Unified WIOA Plan to ensure the integration and access of this population in E&T services. Coordination Coordination with the workforce development system consists of efforts to partner with workforce providers to directly serve SNAP E&T participants or to align the flow or types of services offered across programs. Describe any special State initiatives (i.e. Governor-initiated or through State legislation) that include SNAP E&T. Describe any efforts taken by the State agency to coordinate these programs, services, partners, and/or activities with the State's E&T program. N/A Describe the extent to which the State agency is carrying out SNAP E&T programs in coordination with title I programs under the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) collaborates closely with Local Workforce Development Boards (LWDBs) through One-Stop Career Centers (OSCCs) to optimize service delivery for individuals eligible under both the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). This partnership is designed to ensure seamless co- enrollment and increase access to service programs and training, while significantly reducing overlap and boosting efficiency. Most importantly, co-enrollment will equip participants with an extensive array of wraparound services, delivering a holistic support system that addresses their diverse needs and empowers their success. SNAP Skills, Training, Employment, Program to Success (SNAP STEPS) third-party vendors play a pivotal role in this integrated approach. They work together with LWDBs to ensure that SNAP participants are referred to suitable Title I services under WIOA. Conversely, these grantees also facilitate the reverse referral process, guiding SNAP-eligible Title I recipients into SNAP Employment and Training (E&T) programs. Moreover, SNAP STEPS grantees are equipped with the capability to monitor and support participants across both SNAP and WIOA programs, ensuring a comprehensive and seamless service experience. This coordination not only enhances the quality of services provided but also ensures that participants receive the maximum benefit from both programs, fostering their path to employment and self-sufficiency. Is SNAP E&T included as a partner in the State's WIOA Combined Plan? Yes No 1/29/26, 9:17 AM State Plan NJ FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-njfy26stateplan//index.html 17/116