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State Strategic Vision and Goals

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State Strategy

Describe the strategies the State will implement, including industry or sector partnerships related to in-demand industry sectors and occupations and career pathways, as required by WIOA section 101(d)(3)(B), (D). “Career pathway” is defined at WIOA section 3(7) and includes registered apprenticeship. “In-demand industry sector or occupation” is defined at WIOA section 3(23)

Describe the strategies the State will use to align the core programs, any Combined State Plan partner programs included in this Plan, required and optional one-stop partner programs, and any other resources available to the State to achieve fully integrated customer services consistent with the strategic vision and goals described above. Also describe strategies to strengthen workforce development activities in regard to weaknesses identified in section II(a)(2)

State Strategy

Operational Planning Elements

Operational Planning Elements

State Strategy Implementation

State Strategy Implementation

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Implementation of State Strategy

Implementation of State Strategy

Core Program Activities to Implement the State’s Strategy

Alignment with Activities Outside the Plan

Coordination, Alignment and Provision of Services to Individuals

Coordination, Alignment and Provision of Services to Employers

Partner Engagement with Educational Institutions

Partner Engagement with Other Education and Training Providers

Leveraging Resources to Increase Educational Access

Improving Access to Postsecondary Credentials

Coordinating with Economic Development Strategies

State Operating Systems and Policies

State Operating Systems and Policies

The State operating systems that will support the implementation of the State’s strategies. This must include a description of–

The State operating systems that will support the implementation of the State’s strategies. This must include a description of–

State operating systems that support coordinated implementation of State strategies (e.g., labor market information systems, data systems, communication systems, case-management systems, job banks, etc.)

Data-collection and reporting processes used for all programs and activities, including those present in one-stop centers

The State policies that will support the implementation of the State’s strategies (e.g., co-enrollment policies and universal intake processes where appropriate). In addition, provide the State’s guidelines for State-administered one-stop partner programs’ contributions to a one-stop delivery system

State Program and State Board Overview

State Program and State Board Overview

State Agency Organization

State Board

State Board

Membership Roster

Board Activities

Assessment and Evaluation of Programs and One-Stop Program Partners

Assessment and Evaluation of Programs and One-Stop Program Partners

Assessment of Core Programs

Assessment of One-Stop Partner Programs

Previous Assessment Results

Evaluation

Distribution of Funds for Core Programs

Distribution of Funds for Core Programs

For Title I Programs

For Title I Programs

Youth Activities in Accordance with WIOA Section 128(b)(2) or (b)(3)

Adult and Training Activities in Accordance with WIOA Section 133(b)(2) or (b)(3)

Dislocated Worker Employment and Training Activities in Accordance with WIOA Section 133(b)(2) and Based on Data and Weights Assigned

For Title II

For Title II

Describe how the eligible agency will award multi-year grants or contracts on a competitive basis to eligible providers in the State, including how eligible agencies will establish that eligible providers are organizations of demonstrated effectiveness

Describe how the eligible agency will ensure direct and equitable access to all eligible providers to apply and compete for funds and how the eligible agency will ensure that it is using the same grant or contract announcement and application procedure for all eligible providers

Vocational Rehabilitation Program

Program Data

Program Data

Data Alignment and Integration

Data Alignment and Integration

Describe the State’s plans to make the management information systems for the core programs interoperable to maximize the efficient exchange of common data elements to support assessment and evaluation

Describe the State’s plans to integrate data systems to facilitate streamlined intake and service delivery to track participation across all programs included in this plan

Explain how the State board will assist the governor in aligning technology and data systems across required one-stop partner programs (including design and implementation of common intake, data collection, etc.) and how such alignment will improve service delivery to individuals, including unemployed individuals

Describe the State’s plans to develop and produce the reports required under section 116, performance accountability system. (WIOA section 116(d)(2))

Assessment of Participants’ Post-program Success

Use of Unemployment Insurance (UI) Wage Record Data

Privacy Safeguards

Priority of Service for Veterans

Addressing the Accessibility of the One-Stop Delivery System for Individuals with Disabilities

Addressing the Accessibility of the One-Stop Delivery System for Individuals who are English Language Learners

Coordination with State Plan Programs

Common Assurances (For All Core Programs)

Program-Specific Requirements for Core Programs

Program-Specific Requirements for Core Programs

Program-specific Requirements for Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Activities under Title I-B

Program-specific Requirements for Adult, Dislocated Worker, and Youth Activities under Title I-B

General Requirements

General Requirements

Regions and Local Workforce Development Areas

Regions and Local Workforce Development Areas

Identify the regions and the local workforce development areas designated in the State

Describe the process used for designating local areas, including procedures for determining whether the local area met the criteria for “performed successfully” and “sustained fiscal integrity” in accordance with 106(b)(2) and (3) of WIOA. Describe the process used for identifying regions and planning regions under section 106(a) of WIOA. This must include a description of how the State consulted with the local boards and chief elected officials in identifying the regions

Provide the appeals process referred to in section 106(b)(5) of WIOA relating to designation of local areas

Provide the appeals process referred to in section 121(h)(2)(E) of WIOA relating to determinations for infrastructure funding

Statewide Activities

Statewide Activities

Provide State policies or guidance for the statewide workforce development system and for use of State funds for workforce investment activities

Describe how the State intends to use Governor’s set aside funding. Describe how the State will utilize Rapid Response funds to respond to layoffs and plant closings and coordinate services to quickly aid companies and their affected workers. States also should describe any layoff aversion strategies they have implemented to address at risk companies and workers

In addition, describe the State policies and procedures to provide Rapid Responses in cases of natural disasters including coordination with FEMA and other entities

Describe how the State provides early intervention (e.g., Rapid Response) to worker groups on whose behalf a Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA) petition has been filed. (Section 134(a)(2)(A).) This description must include how the State disseminates benefit information to provide trade-affected workers in the groups identified in the TAA petitions with an accurate understanding of the provision of TAA benefits and services in such a way that they are transparent to the trade-affected dislocated worker applying for them (Trade Act Sec. 221(a)(2)(A) and Sec. 225; Governor-Secretary Agreement). Describe how the State will use funds that have been reserved for Rapid Response to provide services for every worker group that files a TAA petition.

Adult and Dislocated Workers Program Requirements

Adult and Dislocated Workers Program Requirements

Work-Based Training Models

Registered Apprenticeship

Training Provider Eligibility Procedure

Describe how the State will implement and monitor the priority for public assistance recipients, other low-income individuals, and individuals who are basic skills deficient in accordance with the requirements of WIOA sec. 134(c)(3)(E), which applies to individualized career services and training services funded by the Adult Formula program

Describe the State’s criteria regarding local area transfer of funds between the adult and dislocated worker programs

With respect to youth workforce investment activities authorized in section 129 of WIOA—

With respect to youth workforce investment activities authorized in section 129 of WIOA—

Identify the State-developed criteria to be used by local boards in awarding grants or contracts for youth workforce investment activities and describe how the local boards will take into consideration the ability of the providers to meet performance accountability measures based on primary indicators of performance for the youth program as described in section 116(b)(2)(A)(ii) of WIOA in awarding such grants or contracts.[11]

Describe the strategies the State will use to achieve improved outcomes for out-of-school youth as described in 129(a)(1)(B), including how it will leverage and align the core programs, any Combined State Plan partner programs included in this Plan, required and optional one-stop partner programs, and any other resources available.

Describe how the state will ensure that all 14 program elements described in WIOA section 129(c)(2) are made available and effectively implemented, including quality pre-apprenticeship programs under the work experience program element. [12]

Provide the language contained in the State policy for “requiring additional assistance to enter or complete an educational program, or to secure and hold employment” criterion for out-of-school youth specified in WIOA section 129(a)(1)(B)(iii)(VIII) and for “requiring additional assistance to complete an education program, or to secure and hold employment” criterion for in-school youth specified in WIOA section 129(a)(1)(C)(iv)(VII). If the state does not have a policy, describe how the state will ensure that local areas will have a policy for these criteria.

Include the State definition, as defined in law, for not attending school and attending school as specified in WIOA Section 129(a)(1)(B)(i) and Section 129(a)(1)(C)(i). If State law does not define “not attending school” or “attending school,” indicate that is the case and provide the state policy for determining whether a youth is attending or not attending school.

If using the basic skills deficient definition contained in WIOA Section 3(5)(B), include the State definition which must further define how to determine if an individual is unable to compute or solve problems, or read, write, or speak English, at a level necessary to function on the job, in the individual’s family, or in society. If not using the portion of the definition contained in WIOA Section 3(5)(B), indicate that is the case.

Single-area State Requirements

Single-area State Requirements

Any comments from the public comment period that represent disagreement with the Plan. (WIOA section 108(d)(3).)

The entity responsible for the disbursal of grant funds, as determined by the governor, if different from that for the State. (WIOA section 108(b)(15).)

A description of the type and availability of WIOA title I Youth activities and successful models, including for youth with disabilities. (WIOA section 108(b)(9).)

Single-area State Requirements (D1-D4)

A description of the roles and resource contributions of the one-stop partners.

The competitive process used to award the subgrants and contracts for title I activities.

How training services outlined in section 134 will be provided through individual training accounts and/or through contracts, and how such training approaches will be coordinated. Describe how the State will meet informed customer choice requirements regardless of training approach.

How the State Board, in fulfilling Local Board functions, will coordinate title I activities with those activities under title II. Describe how the State Board will carry out the review of local applications submitted under title II consistent with WIOA secs. 107(d)(11)(A) and (B)(i) and WIOA sec. 232.

Copies of executed cooperative agreements which define how all local service providers will carry out the requirements for integration of and access to the entire set of services available in the one-stop delivery system, including cooperative agreements with entities administering Rehabilitation Act programs and services.

Waiver Requests (optional)

Waiver Requests (optional)

Identifies the statutory or regulatory requirements for which a waiver is requested and the goals that the State or local area, as appropriate, intends to achieve as a result of the waiver and how those goals relate to the Unified or Combined State Plan;

Describes the actions that the State or local area, as appropriate, has undertaken to remove State or local statutory or regulatory barriers;

Describes the goals of the waiver and the expected programmatic outcomes if the request is granted;

Describes how the waiver will align with the Department’s policy priorities, such as:

Describes how the waiver will align with the Department’s policy priorities, such as:

Supporting employer engagement;

Connecting education and training strategies;

Supporting work-based learning;

Improving job and career results, and

Other guidance issued by the department.

Describes the individuals affected by the waiver, including how the waiver will impact services for disadvantaged populations or individuals with multiple barriers to employment; and

Describes the processes used to:

Describes the processes used to:

Monitor the progress in implementing the waiver;

Provide notice to any local board affected by the waiver;

Provide any local board affected by the waiver an opportunity to comment on the request;

Ensure meaningful public comment, including comment by business and organized labor, on the waiver.

Collect and report information about waiver outcomes in the State’s WIOA Annual Report.

The Secretary may require that States provide the most recent data available about the outcomes of the existing waiver in cases where the State seeks renewal of a previously approved waiver.

Waiver Requests (optional) (e1-e6)

Title I-B Assurances

Adult Program Performance Indicators

Dislocated Program Performance Indicators

Youth Program Performance Indicators

Program-Specific Requirements for Wagner-Peyser Program (Employment Services)

Program-Specific Requirements for Wagner-Peyser Program (Employment Services)

Employment Service Staff

Employment Service Staff

Describe how the State will staff the provision of labor exchange services under the Wagner-Peyser Act, such as through State employees, including but not limited to state merit staff employees, staff of a subrecipient, or some combination thereof.

Describe how the State will utilize professional development activities for Employment Service staff to ensure staff is able to provide high quality services to both jobseekers and employers

Describe strategies developed to support training and awareness across core programs and the Unemployment Insurance (UI) program and the training provided for Employment Services and WIOA staff on identification of UI eligibility issues and referral to UI staff for adjudication

Explain how the State will provide information and meaningful assistance to individuals requesting assistance in filing a claim for unemployment compensation through one-stop centers, as required by WIOA as a career service

Describe the State’s strategy for providing reemployment assistance to UI claimants and other unemployed individuals

Describe how the State will use W-P funds to support UI claimants, and the communication between W-P and UI, as appropriate including the following:

Describe how the State will use W-P funds to support UI claimants, and the communication between W-P and UI, as appropriate including the following:

Coordination of and provision of labor exchange services for UI claimants as required by the Wagner-Peyser Act;

Registration of UI claimants with the State’s employment service if required by State law;

Administration of the work test for the State unemployment compensation system, including making eligibility assessments (for referral to UI adjudication, if needed), and providing job finding and placement services for UI claimants; and

Provision of referrals to and application assistance for training and education programs and resources.

Agricultural Outreach Plan (AOP). Each State agency must develop an AOP every four years as part of the Unified or Combined State Plan required under sections 102 or 103 of WIOA. The AOP must include an assessment of need. An assessment need describes the unique needs of farmworkers in the area based on past and projected agricultural and farmworker activity in the State. Such needs may include but are not limited to: employment, training, and housing.

Agricultural Outreach Plan (AOP). Each State agency must develop an AOP every four years as part of the Unified or Combined State Plan required under sections 102 or 103 of WIOA. The AOP must include an assessment of need. An assessment need describes the unique needs of farmworkers in the area based on past and projected agricultural and farmworker activity in the State. Such needs may include but are not limited to: employment, training, and housing.

Assessment of Need. Provide an assessment of the unique needs of farmworkers in the area based on past and projected agricultural and farmworker activity in the State. Such needs may include but are not limited to: employment, training, and housing.

An assessment of the agricultural activity in the State means: 1) Identifying the top five labor-intensive crops, the months of heavy activity, and the geographic area of prime activity; 2) Summarize the agricultural employers’ needs in the State (i.e. are they predominantly hiring local or foreign workers, are they expressing that there is a scarcity in the agricultural workforce); and 3) Identifying any economic, natural, or other factors that are affecting agriculture in the State or any projected factors that will affect agriculture in the State

An assessment of the unique needs of farmworkers means summarizing Migrant and Seasonal Farm Worker (MSFW) characteristics (including if they are predominantly from certain countries, what language(s) they speak, the approximate number of MSFWs in the State during peak season and during low season, and whether they tend to be migrant, seasonal, or year-round farmworkers). This information must take into account data supplied by WIOA Section 167 National Farmworker Jobs Program (NFJP) grantees, other MSFW organizations, employer organizations, and State and/or Federal agency data sources such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) Employment and Training Administration

Outreach Activities

Outreach Activities

Contacting farmworkers who are not being reached by the normal intake activities conducted by the employment service offices

Providing technical assistance to outreach staff. Technical assistance must include trainings, conferences, additional resources, and increased collaboration with other organizations on topics such as one-stop center services (i.e. availability of referrals to training, supportive services, and career services, as well as specific employment opportunities), the Employment Service and Employment-Related Law Complaint System (“Complaint System” described at 20 CFR 658 Subpart E), information on the other organizations serving MSFWs in the area, and a basic summary of farmworker rights, including their rights with respect to the terms and conditions of employment.

Increasing outreach worker training and awareness across core programs including the Unemployment Insurance (UI) program and the training on identification of UI eligibility issues

Providing State merit staff outreach workers professional development activities to ensure they are able to provide high quality services to both jobseekers and employers

Coordinating outreach efforts with NFJP grantees as well as with public and private community service agencies and MSFW groups

Services provided to farmworkers and agricultural employers through the one-stop delivery system

Services provided to farmworkers and agricultural employers through the one-stop delivery system

Providing the full range of employment and training services to the agricultural community, both farmworkers and agricultural employers, through the one-stop delivery system. This includes:

Providing the full range of employment and training services to the agricultural community, both farmworkers and agricultural employers, through the one-stop delivery system. This includes:

How career and training services required under WIOA Title I will be provided to MSFWs through the one-stop centers

How the State serves agricultural employers and how it intends to improve such services

Providing the Full Range of Employment and Training Services to the Agricultural Community, Both Farmworkers and Agricultural Employers, Through the One-stop Delivery System. This Includes:

Marketing the employment service complaint system to farmworkers and other farmworker advocacy groups

Marketing the Agricultural Recruitment System for U.S. Workers (ARS) to agricultural employers and how it intends to improve such publicity.

Other Requirements

Other Requirements

Collaboration

Review and Public Comment

Data Assessment

Assessment of Progress

State Monitor Advocate

Wagner-Peyser Assurances

Wagner Peyser Program Performance Indicators

Program-specific Requirements for Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Programs

Program-specific Requirements for Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Programs

Aligning of Content Standards

Local Activities

Local Activities

Adult Education and Literacy Activities (Section 203 of WIOA)

Corrections Education and other Education of Institutionalized Individuals

Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education Program

State Leadership

State Leadership

Describe how the State will use the funds to carry out the required State Leadership activities under section 223 of WIOA

Describe how the State will use the funds to carry out permissible State Leadership Activities under section 223 of WIOA, if applicable

Assessing Quality

Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Program Certifications

Adult Education and Family Literacy Act Program Assurances

Authorizing or Certifying Representative

Section 427 of the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA)

Adult Education and Literacy Program Performance Indicators

Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General)

Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General)

Input of State Rehabilitation Council

Input of State Rehabilitation Council

Input provided by the State Rehabilitation Council, including input and recommendations on the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan, recommendations from the Council's report, the review and analysis of consumer satisfaction, and other Council reports that may have been developed as part of the Council’s functions;

The designated State unit's response to the Council’s input and recommendations; and

The designated State unit’s explanations for rejecting any of the Council’s input or recommendations.

Request for Waiver of Statewideness

Request for Waiver of Statewideness

A local public agency will provide the non-Federal share of costs associated with the services to be provided in accordance with the waiver request;

The designated State unit will approve each proposed service before it is put into effect; and

Requirements of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan will apply to the services approved under the waiver.

Cooperative Agreements with Agencies Not Carrying Out Activities Under the Statewide Workforce Development System

Cooperative Agreements with Agencies Not Carrying Out Activities Under the Statewide Workforce Development System

Federal, State, and local agencies and programs;

State programs carried out under section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998;

Programs carried out by the Under Secretary for Rural Development of the Department of Agriculture;

Non-educational agencies serving out-of-school youth; and

State use contracting programs.

Coordination with Education Officials

Coordination with Education Officials

The designated State unit's plans, policies, and procedures for coordination with education officials to facilitate the transition of students with disabilities from school to the receipt of VR services, including pre-employment transition services, as well as procedures for the timely development and approval of individualized plans for employment for the students

Information on the formal interagency agreement with the State educational agency with respect to:

Information on the formal interagency agreement with the State educational agency with respect to:

Consultation and technical assistance to assist educational agencies in planning for the transition of students with disabilities from school to post-school activities, including VR services;

Transition planning by personnel of the designated State agency and educational agency that facilitates the development and implementation of their individualized education programs;

Roles and responsibilities, including financial responsibilities, of each agency, including provisions for determining State lead agencies and qualified personnel responsible for transition services;

Procedures for outreach to and identification of students with disabilities who need transition services.

Cooperative Agreements with Private Nonprofit Organizations

Arrangements and Cooperative Agreements for the Provision of Supported Employment Services

Coordination with Employers

Coordination with Employers

VR Services; and

Transition services, including pre-employment transition services, for students and youth with disabilities.

Interagency Cooperation

Interagency Cooperation

The State Medicaid plan under title XIX of the Social Security Act;

The State agency responsible for providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities; and

The State agency responsible for providing mental health services.

Comprehensive System of Personnel Development; Data System on Personnel and Personnel Development

Comprehensive System of Personnel Development; Data System on Personnel and Personnel Development

System on Personnel and Personnel Development

System on Personnel and Personnel Development

Qualified Personnel Needs

Qualified Personnel Needs

The number of personnel who are employed by the State agency in the provision of VR services in relation to the number of individuals served, broken down by personnel category;

The number of personnel currently needed by the State agency to provide VR services, broken down by personnel category; and

Projections of the number of personnel, broken down by personnel category, who will be needed by the State agency to provide VR services in 5 years based on projections of the number of individuals to be served, including individuals with significant disabilities, the number of personnel expected to retire or leave the field, and other relevant factors.

Personnel Development

Personnel Development

A list of the institutions of higher education in the State that are preparing VR professionals, by type of program;

The number of students enrolled at each of those institutions, broken down by type of program; and

The number of students who graduated during the prior year from each of those institutions with certification or licensure, or with the credentials for certification or licensure, broken down by the personnel category for which they have received, or have the credentials to receive, certification or licensure.

Plan for Recruitment, Preparation and Retention of Qualified Personnel

Personnel Standards

Personnel Standards

Standards that are consistent with any national or State-approved or -recognized certification, licensing, registration, or other comparable requirements that apply to the profession or discipline in which such personnel are providing VR services; and

The establishment and maintenance of education and experience requirements, in accordance with section 101(a)(7)(B)(ii) of the Rehabilitation Act, to ensure that the personnel have a 21st century understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Staff Development

Staff Development

A system of staff development for professionals and paraprofessionals within the designated State unit, particularly with respect to assessment, vocational counseling, job placement, and rehabilitation technology, including training implemented in coordination with entities carrying out State programs under section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998; and

Procedures for the acquisition and dissemination of significant knowledge from research and other sources to designated State unit professionals and paraprofessionals.

Personnel to Address Individual Communication Needs

Coordination of Personnel Development Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Statewide Assessment

Statewide Assessment

Provide an assessment of the rehabilitation needs of individuals with disabilities residing within the State, particularly the VR services needs of those:

Provide an assessment of the rehabilitation needs of individuals with disabilities residing within the State, particularly the VR services needs of those:

With the most significant disabilities, including their need for supported employment services;

Who are minorities;

Who have been unserved or underserved by the VR program;

Who have been served through other components of the statewide workforce development system; and

Who are youth with disabilities and students with disabilities, including, as appropriate, their need for pre-employment transition services or other transition services.

Identify the need to establish, develop, or improve community rehabilitation programs within the State; and

Include an assessment of the needs of individuals with disabilities for transition career services and pre-employment transition services, and the extent to which such services are coordinated with transition services provided under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Annual Estimates

Annual Estimates

The number of individuals in the State who are eligible for services

The number of eligible individuals who will receive services under:

The number of eligible individuals who will receive services under:

The VR Program;

The Supported Employment Program; and

Each priority category, if under an order of selection.

The number of individuals who are eligible for VR services, but are not receiving such services due to an order of selection; and

The cost of services for the number of individuals estimated to be eligible for services. If under an order of selection, identify the cost of services for each priority category.

State Goals and Priorities

State Goals and Priorities

Identify if the goals and priorities were jointly developed and agreed to by the State VR agency and the State Rehabilitation Council, if the State has a Council, and jointly agreed to any revisions

Identify the goals and priorities in carrying out the VR and Supported Employment programs

Ensure that the goals and priorities are based on an analysis of the following areas:

Ensure that the goals and priorities are based on an analysis of the following areas:

The most recent comprehensive statewide assessment, including any updates;

The State’s performance under the performance accountability measures of section 116 of WIOA; and

Other available information on the operation and effectiveness of the VR program, including any reports received from the State Rehabilitation Council and findings and recommendations from monitoring activities conducted under section 107.

Order of Selection

Order of Selection

Whether the designated State unit will implement and order of selection. If so, describe:

Whether the designated State unit will implement and order of selection. If so, describe:

The order to be followed in selecting eligible individuals to be provided VR services

The justification for the order

The service and outcome goals

Time within which these goals may be achieved for individuals in each priority category within the order; and

How individuals with the most significant disabilities are selected for services before all other individuals with disabilities

If the designated State unit has elected to serve eligible individuals, regardless of any established order of selection, who require specific services or equipment to maintain employment

Goals and Plans for Distribution of title VI Funds

Goals and Plans for Distribution of title VI Funds

Specify the State's goals and priorities for funds received under section 603 of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of supported employment services

Describe the activities to be conducted, with funds reserved pursuant to section 603(d), for youth with the most significant disabilities, including:

Describe the activities to be conducted, with funds reserved pursuant to section 603(d), for youth with the most significant disabilities, including:

The provision of extended services for a period not to exceed 4 years; and

How the State will leverage other public and private funds to increase resources for extended services and expanded supported employment opportunities for youth with the most significant disabilities.

State's Strategies

State's Strategies

The methods to be used to expand and improve services to individuals with disabilities

How a broad range of assistive technology services and devices will be provided to individuals with disabilities at each stage of the rehabilitation process and on a statewide basis

The outreach procedures that will be used to identify and serve individuals with disabilities who are minorities, including those with the most significant disabilities, as well as those who have been unserved or underserved by the VR program

The methods to be used to improve and expand VR services for students with disabilities, including the coordination of services designed to facilitate the transition of such students from school to postsecondary life (including the receipt of VR services, postsecondary education, employment, and pre-employment transition services)

If applicable, plans for establishing, developing, or improving community rehabilitation programs within the State

Strategies to improve the performance of the State with respect to the performance accountability measures under section 116 of WIOA

Strategies for assisting other components of the statewide workforce development system in assisting individuals with disabilities

How the agency's strategies will be used to:

How the agency's strategies will be used to:

Achieve goals and priorities by the State, consistent with the comprehensive needs assessment;

Support innovation and expansion activities; and

Overcome identified barriers relating to equitable access to and participation of individuals with disabilities in the State VR Services Program and the State Supported Employment Services Program.

Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals

Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals

An evaluation of the extent to which the VR program goals described in the approved VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan for the most recently completed program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

An evaluation of the extent to which the VR program goals described in the approved VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan for the most recently completed program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

Identify the strategies that contributed to the achievement of the goals

Describe the factors that impeded the achievement of the goals and priorities

An evaluation of the extent to which the Supported Employment program goals described in the Supported Employment Supplement for the most recent program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

An evaluation of the extent to which the Supported Employment program goals described in the Supported Employment Supplement for the most recent program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

Identify the strategies that contributed to the achievement of the goals

Describe the factors that impeded the achievement of the goals and priorities

The VR program’s performance on the performance accountability indicators under section 116 of WIOA

How the funds reserved for innovation and expansion (I&E) activities were utilized

Quality, Scope, and Extent of Supported Employment Services

Quality, Scope, and Extent of Supported Employment Services

The quality, scope, and extent of supported employment services to be provided to individuals with the most significant disabilities, including youth with the most significant disabilities

The timing of transition to extended services

Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General) Certifications

Vocational Rehabilitation (Combined or General) Certifications

The (enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate,) is authorized to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act), as amended by WIOA[14], and its supplement under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act[15];

The (enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate,) is authorized to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act), as amended by WIOA[14], and its supplement under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act[15];

Enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title I of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of VR services, the (enter the name of designated State agency)[16] agrees to operate and administer the State VR Services Program in accordance with the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[17] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[18] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under section 111 of the Rehabilitation Act are used solely for the provision of VR services and the administration of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title I of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of VR services, the (enter the name of designated State agency)[16] agrees to operate and administer the State VR Services Program in accordance with the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[17] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[18] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under section 111 of the Rehabilitation Act are used solely for the provision of VR services and the administration of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

Enter the name of designated State agency

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act for supported employment services, the designated State agency agrees to operate and administer the State Supported Employment Services Program in accordance with the supplement to the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[19] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[20] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under title VI are used solely for the provision of supported employment services and the administration of the supplement to the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

The designated State agency and/or the designated State unit has the authority under State law to perform the functions of the State regarding the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

The State legally may carry out each provision of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement.

All provisions of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement are consistent with State law.

The (enter the name of authorized representative below) has the authority under State law to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

The (enter the name of authorized representative below) has the authority under State law to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

Enter the name of authorized representative below

The (enter the title of authorized representative below) has the authority to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and the supplement for Supported Employment services;

The (enter the title of authorized representative below) has the authority to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and the supplement for Supported Employment services;

Enter the title of authorized representative below

The agency that submits the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement has adopted or otherwise formally approved the plan and its supplement.

Footnotes

Certification Signature

Assurances

Vocational Rehabilitation Program Performance Indicators

Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind)

Program-Specific Requirements for Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind)

Input of State Rehabilitation Council

Input of State Rehabilitation Council

Input provided by the State Rehabilitation Council, including input and recommendations on the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan, recommendations from the Council's report, the review and analysis of consumer satisfaction, and other Council reports that may have been developed as part of the Council’s functions;

The designated State unit's response to the Council’s input and recommendations; and

The designated State unit’s explanations for rejecting any of the Council’s input or recommendations.

Request for Waiver of Statewideness

Request for Waiver of Statewideness

A local public agency will provide the non-Federal share of costs associated with the services to be provided in accordance with the waiver request;

The designated State unit will approve each proposed service before it is put into effect; and

Requirements of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan will apply to the services approved under the waiver.

Cooperative Agreements with Agencies Not Carrying Out Activities Under the Statewide Workforce Development System

Cooperative Agreements with Agencies Not Carrying Out Activities Under the Statewide Workforce Development System

Federal, State, and local agencies and programs;

State programs carried out under section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998;

Programs carried out by the Under Secretary for Rural Development of the Department of Agriculture;

Non-educational agencies serving out-of-school youth; and

State use contracting programs.

Coordination with Education Officials

Coordination with Education Officials

The designated State unit's plans, policies, and procedures for coordination with education officials to facilitate the transition of students with disabilities from school to the receipt of VR services, including pre-employment transition services, as well as procedures for the timely development and approval of individualized plans for employment for the students

Information on the formal interagency agreement with the State educational agency with respect to:

Information on the formal interagency agreement with the State educational agency with respect to:

Consultation and technical assistance to assist educational agencies in planning for the transition of students with disabilities from school to post-school activities, including VR services;

Transition planning by personnel of the designated State agency and educational agency that facilitates the development and implementation of their individualized education programs;

Roles and responsibilities, including financial responsibilities, of each agency, including provisions for determining State lead agencies and qualified personnel responsible for transition services;

Procedures for outreach to and identification of students with disabilities who need transition services.

Cooperative Agreements with Private Nonprofit Organizations

Arrangements and Cooperative Agreements for the Provision of Supported Employment Services

Coordination with Employers

Coordination with Employers

VR Services; and

Transition services, including pre-employment transition services, for students and youth with disabilities.

Interagency Cooperation

Interagency Cooperation

The State Medicaid plan under title XIX of the Social Security Act;

The State agency responsible for providing services for individuals with developmental disabilities; and

The State agency responsible for providing mental health services.

Comprehensive System of Personnel Development; Data System on Personnel and Personnel Development

Comprehensive System of Personnel Development; Data System on Personnel and Personnel Development

System on Personnel and Personnel Development

System on Personnel and Personnel Development

Qualified Personnel Needs

Qualified Personnel Needs

The number of personnel who are employed by the State agency in the provision of VR services in relation to the number of individuals served, broken down by personnel category;

The number of personnel currently needed by the State agency to provide VR services, broken down by personnel category; and

Projections of the number of personnel, broken down by personnel category, who will be needed by the State agency to provide VR services in 5 years based on projections of the number of individuals to be served, including individuals with significant disabilities, the number of personnel expected to retire or leave the field, and other relevant factors.

Personnel Development

Personnel Development

A list of the institutions of higher education in the State that are preparing VR professionals, by type of program;

The number of students enrolled at each of those institutions, broken down by type of program; and

The number of students who graduated during the prior year from each of those institutions with certification or licensure, or with the credentials for certification or licensure, broken down by the personnel category for which they have received, or have the credentials to receive, certification or licensure.

Plan for Recruitment, Preparation and Retention of Qualified Personnel

Personnel Standards

Personnel Standards

Standards that are consistent with any national or State-approved or -recognized certification, licensing, registration, or other comparable requirements that apply to the profession or discipline in which such personnel are providing VR services; and

The establishment and maintenance of education and experience requirements, in accordance with section 101(a)(7)(B)(ii) of the Rehabilitation Act, to ensure that the personnel have a 21st century understanding of the evolving labor force and the needs of individuals with disabilities.

Staff Development

Staff Development

A system of staff development for professionals and paraprofessionals within the designated State unit, particularly with respect to assessment, vocational counseling, job placement, and rehabilitation technology, including training implemented in coordination with entities carrying out State programs under section 4 of the Assistive Technology Act of 1998; and

Procedures for the acquisition and dissemination of significant knowledge from research and other sources to designated State unit professionals and paraprofessionals.

Personnel to Address Individual Communication Needs

Coordination of Personnel Development Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Statewide Assessment

Statewide Assessment

Provide an assessment of the rehabilitation needs of individuals with disabilities residing within the State, particularly the VR services needs of those:

Provide an assessment of the rehabilitation needs of individuals with disabilities residing within the State, particularly the VR services needs of those:

With the most significant disabilities, including their need for supported employment services;

Who are minorities;

Who have been unserved or underserved by the VR program;

Who have been served through other components of the statewide workforce development system; and

Who are youth with disabilities and students with disabilities, including, as appropriate, their need for pre-employment transition services or other transition services.

Identify the need to establish, develop, or improve community rehabilitation programs within the State; and

Include an assessment of the needs of individuals with disabilities for transition career services and pre-employment transition services, and the extent to which such services are coordinated with transition services provided under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

Annual Estimates

Annual Estimates

The number of individuals in the State who are eligible for services

The number of eligible individuals who will receive services under:

The number of eligible individuals who will receive services under:

The VR Program;

The Supported Employment Program; and

Each priority category, if under an order of selection.

The number of individuals who are eligible for VR services, but are not receiving such services due to an order of selection; and

The cost of services for the number of individuals estimated to be eligible for services. If under an order of selection, identify the cost of services for each priority category.

State Goals and Priorities

State Goals and Priorities

Identify if the goals and priorities were jointly developed and agreed to by the State VR agency and the State Rehabilitation Council, if the State has a Council, and jointly agreed to any revisions

Identify the goals and priorities in carrying out the VR and Supported Employment programs

Ensure that the goals and priorities are based on an analysis of the following areas:

Ensure that the goals and priorities are based on an analysis of the following areas:

The most recent comprehensive statewide assessment, including any updates;

The State’s performance under the performance accountability measures of section 116 of WIOA; and

Other available information on the operation and effectiveness of the VR program, including any reports received from the State Rehabilitation Council and findings and recommendations from monitoring activities conducted under section 107.

Order of Selection

Order of Selection

Whether the designated State unit will implement and order of selection. If so, describe:

Whether the designated State unit will implement and order of selection. If so, describe:

The order to be followed in selecting eligible individuals to be provided VR services

The justification for the order

The service and outcome goals

Time within which these goals may be achieved for individuals in each priority category within the order; and

How individuals with the most significant disabilities are selected for services before all other individuals with disabilities

If the designated State unit has elected to serve eligible individuals, regardless of any established order of selection, who require specific services or equipment to maintain employment

Goals and Plans for Distribution of title VI Funds

Goals and Plans for Distribution of title VI Funds

Specify the State's goals and priorities for funds received under section 603 of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of supported employment services

Describe the activities to be conducted, with funds reserved pursuant to section 603(d), for youth with the most significant disabilities, including:

Describe the activities to be conducted, with funds reserved pursuant to section 603(d), for youth with the most significant disabilities, including:

The provision of extended services for a period not to exceed 4 years; and

How the State will leverage other public and private funds to increase resources for extended services and expanded supported employment opportunities for youth with the most significant disabilities.

State's Strategies

State's Strategies

The methods to be used to expand and improve services to individuals with disabilities

How a broad range of assistive technology services and devices will be provided to individuals with disabilities at each stage of the rehabilitation process and on a statewide basis

The outreach procedures that will be used to identify and serve individuals with disabilities who are minorities, including those with the most significant disabilities, as well as those who have been unserved or underserved by the VR program

The methods to be used to improve and expand VR services for students with disabilities, including the coordination of services designed to facilitate the transition of such students from school to postsecondary life (including the receipt of VR services, postsecondary education, employment, and pre-employment transition services)

If applicable, plans for establishing, developing, or improving community rehabilitation programs within the State

Strategies to improve the performance of the State with respect to the performance accountability measures under section 116 of WIOA

Strategies for assisting other components of the statewide workforce development system in assisting individuals with disabilities

How the agency's strategies will be used to:

How the agency's strategies will be used to:

Achieve goals and priorities by the State, consistent with the comprehensive needs assessment;

Support innovation and expansion activities; and

Overcome identified barriers relating to equitable access to and participation of individuals with disabilities in the State VR Services Program and the State Supported Employment Services Program.

Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals

Evaluation and Reports of Progress: VR and Supported Employment Goals

An evaluation of the extent to which the VR program goals described in the approved VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan for the most recently completed program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

An evaluation of the extent to which the VR program goals described in the approved VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan for the most recently completed program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

Identify the strategies that contributed to the achievement of the goals

Describe the factors that impeded the achievement of the goals and priorities

An evaluation of the extent to which the Supported Employment program goals described in the Supported Employment Supplement for the most recent program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

An evaluation of the extent to which the Supported Employment program goals described in the Supported Employment Supplement for the most recent program year were achieved. The evaluation must:

Identify the strategies that contributed to the achievement of the goals

Describe the factors that impeded the achievement of the goals and priorities

The VR program’s performance on the performance accountability indicators under section 116 of WIOA

How the funds reserved for innovation and expansion (I&E) activities were utilized

Quality, Scope, and Extent of Supported Employment Services

Quality, Scope, and Extent of Supported Employment Services

The quality, scope, and extent of supported employment services to be provided to individuals with the most significant disabilities, including youth with the most significant disabilities

The timing of transition to extended services

Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind) Certifications

Vocational Rehabilitation (Blind) Certifications

The (enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate,) is authorized to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act), as amended by WIOA[14], and its supplement under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act[15];

The (enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate,) is authorized to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan under title I of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Rehabilitation Act), as amended by WIOA[14], and its supplement under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act[15];

Enter the name of designated State agency or designated State unit, as appropriate

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title I of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of VR services, the (enter the name of designated State agency)[16] agrees to operate and administer the State VR Services Program in accordance with the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[17] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[18] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under section 111 of the Rehabilitation Act are used solely for the provision of VR services and the administration of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title I of the Rehabilitation Act for the provision of VR services, the (enter the name of designated State agency)[16] agrees to operate and administer the State VR Services Program in accordance with the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[17] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[18] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under section 111 of the Rehabilitation Act are used solely for the provision of VR services and the administration of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

Enter the name of designated State agency

As a condition for the receipt of Federal funds under title VI of the Rehabilitation Act for supported employment services, the designated State agency agrees to operate and administer the State Supported Employment Services Program in accordance with the supplement to the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan[19] , the Rehabilitation Act, and all applicable regulations[20] , policies, and procedures established by the Secretary of Education. Funds made available under title VI are used solely for the provision of supported employment services and the administration of the supplement to the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan;

The designated State agency and/or the designated State unit has the authority under State law to perform the functions of the State regarding the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

The State legally may carry out each provision of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement.

All provisions of the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement are consistent with State law.

The (enter the name of authorized representative below) has the authority under State law to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

The (enter the name of authorized representative below) has the authority under State law to receive, hold, and disburse Federal funds made available under the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement;

Enter the name of authorized representative below

The (enter the title of authorized representative below) has the authority to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and the supplement for Supported Employment services;

The (enter the title of authorized representative below) has the authority to submit the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and the supplement for Supported Employment services;

Enter the title of authorized representative below

The agency that submits the VR services portion of the Unified or Combined State Plan and its supplement has adopted or otherwise formally approved the plan and its supplement.

Footnotes

Certification Signature

Assurances

Vocational Rehabilitation Program Performance Indicators

Program-Specific Requirements for Combined State Plan Partner Programs

Program-Specific Requirements for Combined State Plan Partner Programs

Career and technical education programs authorized under the the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006, as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) (Title 20, United States Code (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.))

Career and technical education programs authorized under the the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act of 2006, as amended by the Strengthening Career and Technical Education for the 21st Century Act (Perkins V) (Title 20, United States Code (20 U.S.C. 2301 et seq.))

Plan Development and Consultation

Program Administration and Implementation

Fiscal Responsibility

Accountability for Results

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

Conduct a program designed to serve all political subdivisions in the State (not necessarily in a uniform manner) that provides assistance to needy families with (or expecting) children and provides parents with job preparation, work, and support services to enable them to leave the program, specifically cash assistance, and become self-sufficient (section 402(a)(1)(A)(i) of the Social Security Act)

Require a parent or caretaker receiving assistance to engage in work (defined by the State) once the State determines the parent or caretaker is ready to engage in work, or once he or she has received 24 months of assistance, whichever is earlier, consistent with the child care exception at 407(e)(2) (section 402(a)(1)(A)(ii) of the Social Security Act)

Ensure that parents and caretakers receiving assistance engage in work in accordance with section 407 (section 402(a)(1)(A)(iii) of the Social Security Act). Consistent with the required strategic elements discussed in section II (a)(2) herein, provide a specific analysis of how the State’s workforce development activities are addressing employment and training services for parents or caretakers receiving assistance

Take such reasonable steps as the State deems necessary to restrict the use and disclosure of information about individuals and families receiving assistance under the program attributable to funds provided by the Federal Government (section 402(a)(1)(A)(iv) of the Social Security Act)

Establish goals and take action to prevent and reduce out-of-wedlock pregnancies, with special emphasis on teenage pregnancies (section 402(a)(1)(A)(v) of the Social Security Act)

Conduct a program designed to reach State and local law enforcement officials, the education system, and relevant counseling services, that provides education and training on the problem of statutory rape so that teenage pregnancy prevention programs may be expanded to include men (section 402(a)(1)(A)(vi) of the Social Security Act)

Implement policies and procedures as necessary to prevent access to assistance provided under the State program funded under this part through any electronic fund transaction in an automated teller machine or point-of-sale device located in a place described in section 408(a)(12), including a plan to ensure that recipients of the assistance have adequate access to their cash assistance (section 402(a)(1)(A)(vii) of the Social Security Act)

Ensure that recipients of assistance provided under the State program funded under this part have the ability to use or withdraw assistance with minimal fees or charges, including an opportunity to access assistance with no fee or charges, and are provided information on applicable fees and surcharges that apply to electronic fund transactions involving the assistance, and that such information is made publicly available (section 402(a)(1)(A)(viii) of the Social Security Act)

Indicate whether it intends to treat families moving from another State differently from other families under the program, and if so how (section 402(a)(1)(B)(i) of the Social Security Act)

Indicate whether it intends to provide assistance to non-citizens, and if so include an overview of the assistance (section 402(a)(1)(B)(ii) of the Social Security Act)

Set forth objective criteria for the delivery of benefits and the determination of eligibility and for fair and equitable treatment, including an explanation of how it will provide opportunities for recipients who have been adversely affected to be heard in a State administrative or appeal process (section 402(a)(1)(B)(iii) of the Social Security Act)

Indicate whether the State intends to assist individuals to train for, seek, and maintain employment (Section 402(a)(1)(B)(v) of the Social Security Act)—

Indicate whether the State intends to assist individuals to train for, seek, and maintain employment (Section 402(a)(1)(B)(v) of the Social Security Act)—

Providing direct care in a long-term care facility (as such terms are defined under section 1397j of this title); or

In other occupations related to elder care, high-demand occupations, or occupations expected to experience labor shortages as, determined appropriate by the State for which the State identifies an unmet need for service personnel, and, if so, shall include an overview of such assistance.

Indicate Whether the State Intends to Assist Individuals to Train For, Seek, and Maintain Employment (section 402(a)(1)(b)(v) of the Social Security Act)— (1-2)

Provide for all MOE-funded services the following information: the name of the program benefit or service, and the financial eligibility criteria that families must meet in order to receive that benefit or service. In addition, for TANF MOE-funded services (co-mingled or segregated MOE) describe the program benefit provided to eligible families (SSP services do not have to include a description but the Department of Health and Human Services encourages it) (§263.2(b)(3) & §263.2(c) preamble pages 17826-7)

TANF Certifications

Employment and Training Programs Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Programs Authorized Under Section 6(d)(4) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(d)(4)))

Employment and Training Programs Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Programs Authorized Under Section 6(d)(4) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(d)(4)))

General Requirements [27]

General Requirements [27]

The nature of the E&T components the State agency plans to offer and the reasons for such components, including cost information. The methodology for State agency reimbursement for education components must be specifically addressed;

An operating budget for the Federal fiscal year with an estimate of the cost of operation for each Federal fiscal year covered by the Combined Plan. Any State agency that requests 50 percent Federal reimbursement for State agency E&T administrative costs, other than for participant reimbursements, must include in its plan, or amendments to its plan, an itemized list of all activities and costs for which those Federal funds will be claimed, including the costs for case management and casework to facilitate the transition from economic dependency to self-sufficiency through work. Costs in excess of the Federal grant will be allowed only with the prior approval of FNS and must be adequately documented to assure that they are necessary, reasonable and properly allocated. A State must submit a plan amendment to request budget adjustments at least 30 days prior to planned implementation;

The categories and types of individuals the State agency intends to exempt from E&T participation, the estimated percentage of work registrants the State agency plans to exempt, and the frequency with which the State agency plans to reevaluate the validity of its exemptions;

The characteristics of the population the State agency intends to place in E&T;

The estimated number of volunteers the State agency expects to place in E&T;

The geographic areas covered and not covered by the E&T Plan and why, and the type and location of services to be offered;

The method the State agency uses to count all work registrants as of the first day of the new fiscal year;

The method the State agency uses to report work registrant information on the quarterly Form FNS–583;

The method the State agency uses to prevent work registrants from being counted twice within a Federal fiscal year. If the State agency universally work registers all SNAP applicants, this method must specify how the State agency excludes those exempt from work registration under 7 C.F.R. §273.7(b)(1). If the State agency work registers nonexempt participants whenever a new application is submitted, this method must also specify how the State agency excludes those participants who may have already been registered within the past 12 months as specified under 7 C.F.R. §273.7(a)(1)(i);

The organizational relationship between the units responsible for certification and the units operating the E&T components, including units of the Statewide workforce development system, if available. FNS is specifically concerned that the lines of communication be efficient and that noncompliance by the participant be reported to the certification unit within 10 working days after the noncompliance occurs;

The relationship between the State agency and other organizations it plans to coordinate with for the provision of services, including organizations in the Statewide workforce development system, if available. Copies of contracts must be available for inspection;

The availability, if appropriate, of E&T programs for Indians living on reservations after the State agency has consulted in good faith with appropriate tribal organizations;

If a conciliation process is planned, the procedures that will be used when an individual fails to comply with an E&T program requirement. Include the length of the conciliation period; and

The payment rates for child care established in accordance with the Child Care and Development Block Grant provisions of 45 CFR 98.43, and based on local market rate surveys.

The combined (Federal/State) State agency reimbursement rate for transportation costs and other expenses reasonably necessary and directly related to participation incurred by E&T participants. If the State agency proposes to provide different reimbursement amounts to account for varying levels of expenses, for instance for greater or lesser costs of transportation in different areas of the State, it must include them here.

Information about expenses the State agency proposes to reimburse. FNS must be afforded the opportunity to review and comment on the proposed reimbursements before they are implemented.

Able-bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) [28]

Able-bodied Adults without Dependents (ABAWD) [28]

Its pledge to offer a qualifying activity to all at-risk ABAWD applicants and recipients;

Estimated costs of fulfilling its pledge;

A description of management controls in place to meet pledge requirements;

A discussion of its capacity and ability to serve at-risk ABAWDs;

Information about the size and special needs of its ABAWD population; and

Information about the education, training, and workfare components it will offer to meet the ABAWD work requirement

Work Programs Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Programs Authorized Under Section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(o))

Work Programs Under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Programs Authorized Under Section 6(o) of the Food and Nutrition Act of 2008 (7 U.S.C. 2015(o))

Optional Workfare [29]

Optional Workfare [29]

State agencies or political subdivisions submitting a workfare plan must submit with the plan an operating budget covering the period from the initiation of the workfare program's implementation schedule to the close of the Federal fiscal year for each year covered by the Combined Plan. In addition, an estimate of the cost for one full year of operation must be submitted together with the workfare plan for each Federal fiscal year covered by the Combined Plan

If workfare plans are submitted by more than one political subdivision, each representing the same population (such as a city within a county), FNS will determine which political subdivision will have its plan approved. Under no circumstances will a SNAP recipient be subject to more than one SNAP workfare program. If a political subdivision chooses to operate a workfare program and represents a population which is already, at least in part, subject to a SNAP workfare program administered by another political subdivision, it must establish in its workfare plan how SNAP recipients will not be subject to more than one SNAP workfare program

Voluntary Workfare [30]

Comparable Workfare [31]

Process [32]

Plan Modifications [33]

Funding Disclaimer

Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)

Jobs for Veterans’ State Grants

Jobs for Veterans’ State Grants

How the State intends to provide employment, training and job placement services to veterans and eligible persons under the JVSG;

The duties assigned to DVOP specialists and LVER staff by the State; specifically implementing DVOP and LVER duties or roles and responsibilities as outlined in 38 U.S.C. § 4103A and 4104. These duties must be consistent with current guidance;

The manner in which DVOP specialists and LVER staff are integrated into the State’s employment service delivery system or American Job Center;

The Incentive Award program implemented using the 1% grant allocation set aside for this purpose, as applicable;

The populations of eligible veterans to be served, including any additional populations designated by the Secretary as eligible for services, and any additional populations specifically targeted by the State Workforce Agency for services from one-stop delivery system partners (e.g., Native American veterans; veterans in remote rural counties or parishes);

How the State implements and monitors the administration of priority of service to covered persons;

How the State provides or intends to provide and measure, through both the DVOP and American Job Center staff:

How the State provides or intends to provide and measure, through both the DVOP and American Job Center staff:

Job and job training individualized career services,

Employment placement services, and

Job-driven training and subsequent placement service program for eligible veterans and eligible persons;

The hire date along with mandatory training completion dates for all DVOP specialists and LVER staff; and

Such additional information as the Secretary may require.

Unemployment Insurance (UI)

Unemployment Insurance (UI)

Contents of a Complete UI SQSP Package

Contents of a Complete UI SQSP Package

Transmittal Letter

Budget Worksheets/Forms

The State Plan Narrative

Corrective Action Plans (CAPs)

UI Program Integrity Action Plan (UI IAP)

Organizational Chart

SQSP Signature Page

Requirements for States electing to include UI in the Combined State Plan

Requirements for States electing to include UI in the Combined State Plan

Submit an SQSP in the following manner depending on their timing in the SQSP cycle:

Submit an SQSP in the following manner depending on their timing in the SQSP cycle:

If a State is in the first year of their 2-year cycle, the State is required to submit the most recently approved complete SQSP package. A complete SQSP package will include the Transmittal Letter, Budget Worksheets/Forms, State Plan Narrative, CAPs (including the milestones and the completion date for each milestone), the UI IAP, Organizational Chart, and the SQSP Signature Page. One of the key goals for the UI program is to ensure that claimants are able to successfully return to work. As such, the SQSP State Plan Narrative must provide a discussion of the plan coordination with other WIOA Combined Plan programs to ensure a coordinated effort and integrated service delivery.

If a State is in the second year of the 2-year cycle, the State is required to submit the most recently approved complete SQSP package with a modification that must include the Transmittal Letter, Budget Worksheets/Forms, Organizational Chart, and the SQSP Signature page. The modification may also include CAPs for new identified performance deficiencies, and any required modifications to existing CAPs. The CAP must list both specific milestones for key corrective actions or improvement activities, and the completion date for each milestone.

Submit the required off-year SQSP components as a modification to the Combined State Plan on the same cycle as the regular SQSP process which must be approved by September 30th each year

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Economic Projections and Impact

Economic Projections and Impact

Discuss long-term projections for jobs in industries and occupations in the State that may provide employment opportunities for older workers. (20 CFR 641.302(d)) (May alternatively be discussed in the economic analysis section of strategic plan.)

Discuss how the long-term job projections discussed in the economic analysis section of strategic plan relate to the types of unsubsidized jobs for which SCSEP participants will be trained and the types of skill training to be provided. (20 CFR 641.302(d))

Discuss current and projected employment opportunities in the State (such as by providing information available under §15 of the Wagner-Peyser Act (29 U.S.C. 491-2) by occupation), and the types of skills possessed by eligible individuals. (20 CFR 641.325(c))

Service Delivery and Coordination

Service Delivery and Coordination

A description of actions to coordinate SCSEP with other programs. This may alternatively be discussed in the State strategies section of the strategic plan, but regardless of placement in document, must include:

A description of actions to coordinate SCSEP with other programs. This may alternatively be discussed in the State strategies section of the strategic plan, but regardless of placement in document, must include:

Planned actions to coordinate activities of SCSEP grantees with WIOA title I programs, including plans for using the WIOA one-stop delivery system and its partners to serve individuals aged 55 and older. (20 CFR 641.302(g), 641.325(e))

Planned actions to coordinate activities of SCSEP grantees with the activities being carried out in the State under the other titles of the Older Americans Act (OAA). (20 CFR 641.302(h))

Planned actions to coordinate SCSEP with other private and public entities and programs that provide services to older Americans, such as community and faith- based organizations, transportation programs, and programs for those with special needs or disabilities. (20 CFR 641.302(i))

Planned actions to coordinate SCSEP with other labor market and job training initiatives. (20 CFR 641.302(j))

Actions to ensure that SCSEP is an active partner in the one-stop delivery system and the steps the State will take to encourage and improve coordination with the one-stop delivery system. (20 CFR 641.335)

Efforts to work with local economic development offices in rural locations.

The State’s long-term strategy for engaging employers to develop and promote opportunities for the placement of SCSEP participants in unsubsidized employment. (20 CFR 641.302(e)) (May alternatively be discussed in the State strategies section of strategic plan.)

The State’s long-term strategy for serving minority older individuals under SCSEP. (20 CFR 641.302 (c))

A list of community services that are needed and the places where these services are most needed. Specifically, the plan must address the needs and location of those individuals most in need of community services and the groups working to meet their needs. (20 CFR 641.330)

The State’s long-term strategy to improve SCSEP services, including planned long-term changes to the design of the program within the State, and planned changes in the use of SCSEP grantees and program operators to better achieve the goals of the program. This may include recommendations to the Department as appropriate. (20 CFR 641.302(k))

The State’s strategy for continuous improvement in the level of performance for SCSEP participants’ entry into unsubsidized employment, and to achieve, at a minimum, the levels specified in OAA Section 513(a)(2)(E)(ii). (20 CFR 641.302(f))

Location and Population Served, including Equitable Distribution

Location and Population Served, including Equitable Distribution

A description of the localities and populations for which projects of the type authorized by title V are most needed. (20 CFR 641.325 (d))

List the cities and counties where the project will be conducted. Include the number of SCSEP authorized positions and indicate where the positions changed from the prior year.

Describe current slot imbalances and proposed steps to correct inequities to achieve equitable distribution.

The State’s long-term strategy for achieving an equitable distribution of SCSEP positions within the State that:

The State’s long-term strategy for achieving an equitable distribution of SCSEP positions within the State that:

Moves positions from over-served to underserved locations within the State in compliance with 20 CFR 641.365.

Equitably serves rural and urban areas.

Serves individuals afforded priority for service under 20 CFR 641.520. (20 CFR 641.302(a), 641.365, 641.520)

The ratio of eligible individuals in each service area to the total eligible population in the State. (20 CFR 641.325(a))

The relative distribution of eligible individuals who:

The relative distribution of eligible individuals who:

Reside in urban and rural areas within the State

Have the greatest economic need

Are minorities

Are Limited English Proficient

Have the greatest social need. (20 CFR 641.325(b))

A description of the steps taken to avoid disruptions to the greatest extent possible, when positions are redistributed, as provided in 20 CFR 641.365; when new Census or other reliable data become available; or when there is over-enrollment for any other reason. (20 CFR 641.325(i), 641.302(b))

Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Employment and Training Activities

Community Services Block Grant (CSBG)

Performance Indicator Appendix

Performance Indicator Appendix

All WIOA Core Programs

Additional Indicators of Performance

Other Appendices

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