Federal Register #FNA-2026-0265

Request for Comments on Information Collection for SNAP Employment and Training Study

The Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA) within the Department of Agriculture is seeking public and agency input on a proposed information collection for the 'Understanding Participant Experiences in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training (E&T)' study. - Government Buyer: - Food and Nutrition Administration (FNA), Department of Agriculture - Vendors/OEMs: - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified; this is a research-focused solicitation - Products/Services Requested: - Qualitative research services to collect and analyze participant experiences in SNAP E&T programs - Methods include photovoice, in-depth interviews, and video interviews - Target respondents: 1,825 individuals including SNAP participants, government staff, and service providers - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Study covers four states (two with mandatory and two with voluntary SNAP E&T programs) - Focus on documenting participant experiences with SNAP work requirements and E&T services - Recommendations sought to improve customer service and connect participants with relevant training and services - No physical products or OEM solutions are being procured; the opportunity is for information collection and qualitative research

Description

This notice invites the public and agencies to comment on a proposed information collection for the Understanding Participant Experiences in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training (E&T) study. The study aims to gather information on how SNAP participants experience work requirements and the SNAP E&T program. It seeks to identify recommendations to improve customer service and connect participants with training and services that meet their needs. The study will involve qualitative research methods including photovoice and in-depth interviews across four states with varying SNAP E&T program types.

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