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VT LEG #363612 v.1 listed in subdivision 1101(28) of this title, with the exception of subdivision (28)(L); or (2) supplemental benefits to the wages of the adult member of the participating family if the work requirement is otherwise being met. (e) A participating family that does not qualify for a hardship exemption pursuant to subsection (d) of this section may be eligible to continue receiving benefits under the Reach Up program if the program director, or the program director’s designee, determines, on a monthly basis, that the participating adult is actively participating in the universal engagement model, including the process of planning and engaging in goal achievement related to employment, training, education, and addressing obstacles pursuant to subsection 1113(a) of this chapter. Sec. 6. 33 V.S.A. § 1112 is amended to read: § 1112. FAMILY DEVELOPMENT PLAN REQUIREMENTS (a)(1) Each participating adult in a family applying for or receiving financial assistance shall comply with each Reach Up family development plan requirement provided for in the family development plan, unless good cause exists for such noncompliance as defined by the Commissioner by rule. (2) The process of developing a family development plan shall include planning and engaging in goal achievement related to employment, training, and education; addressing obstacles to employment; following through with