End of Winter Energy Update Shows Households Are Still Struggling to Pay Bills
Utility Arrearages Continue to Increase, Applications for LIHEAP Reach Highest Level in since 2009, Electric Prices Increase Almost Twice the Rate of Inflation
40 Senators Sign Letter In Support of High 2024 LIHEAP Funding
In a letter lead by Sens. Jack Reed (D-RI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), 40 senators called on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor Health and Human Services, Education and Related Agencies to provide the “highest level of funding possible” for LIHEAP in FY 2024.
NEADA Calls for $6.1 Billion for LIHEAP in FY 2024
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NEADA Honors Congresswoman Diana Degette (D-CO 1) with Congressional Award
The National Energy Assistance Directors Association selected Congresswoman Diana Degette of Colorado’s 1st district to receive the 2023 NEADA Congressional Award. This longstanding reward recognizes Members of the House and Senate that are dedicated to ensuring low income households have access to affordable energy through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. NEADA selected Congresswoman …
Press Release: Congress Provides $6 Billion for LIHEAP to Help Families Weather High Energy Prices this Winter
NEADA applauds Congress for including a record $6 billion for the program in the omnibus spending bill.
Home Heating Costs Reach Highest Level in More than 10 Years
Families will pay 17.2% more for home heating this winter.
NEADA Press Release: Senate Adds $1B to LIHEAP in Continuing Resolution
The National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) representing the state directors of the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) today applauded the Senate’s action to include an additional $1 billion for LIHEAP in the Continuing Appropriations and Ukraine Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2023.