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only process E&T referrals for SNAP participants assessed by the E&T partner network. TDHS’ current business process includes both direct and reverse referrals, but TN is developing an updated business process that will include only reverse referrals. How does the State document that the information has been provided? EBMS case notes What is the State's model for screening and referral to SNAP E&T? Select all that apply. Reverse Referral Direct Referral When does screening for referral to E&T occur? Select all that apply. Initial Certification Recertification Reported change in the work registrant status of households Other Describe the process for screening for direct referral to E&T, including the staff involved. Currently, TDHS Eligibility Counselors evaluate customers according to the Screening Process for Employment & Training within the Work Requirements Oral Script & E&T Screening Tools prior to referring to E&T to ensure only valid referrals are processed. If a customer is deemed a good fit for the program and is able and willing to participate, an E&T referral is batched to TDLWD via overnight data transfer. Following referrals, TDLWD Case Managers conduct a secondary assessment during customers’ Individualized Employment Plan (IEP) meeting. Due to the nearly $1M cut in E&T 100% administrative funding allocated to the State FFY 2026, TDHS will only process E&T referrals for SNAP participants assessed by the E&T partner network. TDHS’ current business process includes both direct and reverse referrals, but TN is developing an updated business process that will include only reverse referrals. When does the screening for a reverse referral request occur? E&T partner network staff whose customers are interested in volunteering for E&T assess potential participants for fit. If a customer is deemed a good fit for the program and is able and willing to participate, the E&T partner notifies TDHS via reverse referral request. TDHS reviews and processes referral requests daily to TDLWD via file transfer. Describe the process for screening during the reverse referral request process, including the staff involved. E&T provider staff conduct a comprehensive intake assessments. 1/29/26, 10:22 AM State Plan TN FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-tnfy26stateplan//index.html 21/108