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(KLZA)--The Department of Health and Human Services encourages low-income households to apply for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help with the costs of heating and cooling.
The heating season for the program begins October 1 and continues through March 31.
To qualify, a household must meet the following guidelines.
Have income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level.
Meet the citizenship and residency requirements;
Be responsible for home energy utilities;
Not be otherwise disqualified or ineligible,'
Those who are currently receiving Economic Assistance benefits do not need to submit an application to quality for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.
Individuals not currently receiving Economic Assistance benefits can apply for the program through DHHS.
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