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of the center program graduates rely on SNAP benefits, as they often face food insecurity, especially after transitioning out of housing programs. He noted that 15 individuals recently graduated, but many are struggling by the end of the month due to empty refrigerators. There is a significant need for support statewide, and he expressed interest in continued communication and partnership in developing ways to utilize the mobile technology office to bring additional services to more jobseekers. 06/19/2025 Representative Randy Ligon, Board Member SC House of Representatives Mr. Ligon expressed strong support for the mobile technology office, noting its statewide impact. He questioned whether an additional mobile technology office is necessary or if it would create management challenges. However, given the size of the state with 46 counties and 40 centers, he believes there may be room for more than one mobile technology office. He is open to exploring coordination strategies and indicated he will advocate for the program, and its success. 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. As a result of the discussion generated with the State Workforce Development Board, leadership from SNAP E&T and the Department of Employment and Workforce (South Carolina's labor agency) are working to plan and implement events collaboratively for better utilization of several mobile specialty units. This collaboration is planned to continue into 2026. Following an endorsement by Governor McMaster, SC’s SNAP E&T Program was selected by the National Governors Association’s Center for Best Practices to participate in the 2025 cohort of the Policy Academy to Strengthen SNAP E&T service delivery. SC’s application proposed to build upon a the existing, thriving SNAP E&T system and connect to other human services priorities. SNAP E&T will continue to work with WIOA partners around the potential construct of a shared case management system to improve customer experiences across all programs and to support faster, more data driven employment and re-employment services. The included partner agencies are the Department of 1/29/26, 9:36 AM State Plan SC FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-scfy26stateplan//index.html 6/125