This change is for people who live in areas where employment services that help them meet the requirements are not readily available. ODHS eligibility staff will continue to review and apply other SNAP exemptions at application, renewal and when changes are reported. People in the seven counties are encouraged to continue participating in job training and employment services. The Oregon Employment Department provides employment and training services statewide through local WorkSource centers to SNAP participants with ABAWD status. It is a state-level administrative action allowed under existing federal SNAP rules.