Summary
The U.S. government released $3.6 billion in funds for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps low-income families pay for heating and cooling their homes. The funds were delayed due to a government shutdown that ended on November 12.
Key Facts
- The funds released amount to $3.6 billion for the LIHEAP program.
- LIHEAP assists low-income households with heating and cooling costs.
- The release was delayed by a federal government shutdown that ended on November 12.
- Mark Wolfe of NEADA expressed the release was overdue and critical for families.
- Most state allocations usually happen at the start of November.
- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services oversees LIHEAP.
- A bipartisan group of House members urged the swift release of funds.
- About 68% of LIHEAP users also get SNAP food benefits.
