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Is dependent care provided? Select yes even if E&T funds are not being used. Yes No Provide a URL link or describe in a written response: the payment rates for childcare reimbursements, established in accordance with the Child Care and Development Block Grant (CCDBG) based on local market rate surveys. https://dfdweb.dhs.state.nj.us/policy/Forms/English/CC-230%20March%202025%20Rate%20Chart.pdf How is childcare paid for? Direct payment to provider Reimbursement to participants Provider voucher Contract for dependent care Other If dependent care agencies have a waiting list or otherwise cap the number of enrolled dependents, how will the State agency ensure E&T participants with dependent care needs receive dependent care? SNAP E&T participants are provided information for their local Child Care Resource & Referral Agency who provides information and education related to the various dependent care options, and can provide referrals to dependent care services based on the individual’s needs. How does the State agency ensure that the participant has the necessary participant reimbursements to begin participation in the E&T program? Participant reimbursements for transportation are issued to participants before their initial orientation and assessment. At their initial appointment, an assessment is completed with the participant to establish any additional supports. Participant reimbursements needed through the course of the individual's participation can be established through their case manager. 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 55/116