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the appropriate region will sign the MOU. These agreements will be effective for the FY2027 year; however, the effort will be completed during FY2026. 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 Division of Benefit Programs TANF/VIEW and SNAP E&T programs are part of Virginia’s overall Workforce System under a Combined State Plan (CSP). Participants referred to WIOA partners are co-case managed by the partner as well as the referring LDSS to ensure the participant is successfully meeting its goals. Information is shared on a monthly basis regarding attendance, progress and next step progression. LDSS case managers update SNAP E&T Plans of Participation to reflect the current component and provide any supportive services necessary for satisfactory completion of the component. The SNAP E&T Program Manager meets regularly with partners to discuss statewide workforce initiatives, leveraging SNAP E&T and expansion of partner collaboration as we work toward integrated systems alignment. The Program Manager of Workforce Services at VDSS provides staff support and expertise to the Governor’s appointed Virginia Workforce Development Board. The Board provides broad input into the state’s workforce system of which VDSS is a major contributor of referrals and supportive services. Is SNAP E&T included as a partner in the State's WIOA Combined Plan? Yes No Describe how the State agency is coordinating with TANF/GA programs, services, partners, and/or activities. Describe any TANF/GA special initiatives targeting specific populations and any actions taken to coordinate with these efforts. The Virginia Initiative for Education and Work (VIEW) is the employment and training program for recipients of TANF. The Program Manager of Workforce Services is directly responsible for VIEW and SNAP E&T and is involved in the seamless coordination of local workforce development systems that impact both TANF/VIEW and SNAP E&T. Efforts to enhance and streamline referral pipelines for both populations is an ongoing effort that will continue in 2026. Describe how the State agency is coordinating its SNAP E&T program with any other Federal or State employment program (e.g. HUD, child support, re-entry, refugee services). N/A 1/29/26, 10:25 AM State Plan VA FY26 - Original Submission https://dam-fns.usda.gov/sites/default/files/microsite/snapet-vafy26stateplan//index.html 9/86