LIHEAP
Government & Politics abbreviation · Public Program
| Stands for | Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program |
|---|---|
| Categories | Government & Politics |
LIHEAP stands for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program, a public program abbreviation.
Federal block grant program that helps low-income households pay heating and cooling bills, avoid utility shutoffs and make energy-related home repairs. It is funded by HHS and run by states, tribes and territories, usually through local agencies.
Example: The family applied for LIHEAP after receiving a shutoff notice from the gas company.
Usage notes
Created in 1981, LIHEAP funds only a fraction of eligible households, so many states give priority to older adults, people with disabilities and families with young children. Benefits are usually paid directly to utility companies. It is pronounced "LIE-heap".
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