Rep. Susan Wild Announces Over $200 Million for Pennsylvania to Help Households with Home Energy Costs

Today, Congresswoman Susan Wild announced that Pennsylvania has been awarded $207,342,959 in funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). This investment will help individuals and families with low incomes pay home heating costs this winter, as well as prevent energy shutoffs, weatherize homes to increase energy efficiency, and make minor energy-related home repairs.

"LIHEAP is a critical part of protecting the health and safety of families across Pennsylvania while assisting them with their energy costs," said Congresswoman Susan Wild. "I was proud to once again secure this funding for our community, and support families throughout the Greater Lehigh Valley so that they can stay warm and healthy this winter."

Pennsylvania was awarded a total of $207,342,959:

• $197,147,761 from the regular LIHEAP block grant funding.

• $10,185,882 in Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding for Fiscal Year 2025.

This funding is administered through the Administration for Children and Families' Office of Community Services at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

By helping reduce the costs of home heating, reconnecting energy services that have been disconnected, preventing energy shutoffs, and providing minor energy-related home repairs, LIHEAP helps make sure that families can meet their energy needs and stay safe in their homes - because maintaining safe indoor air temperatures is critical, particularly for households with older adults, children, and individuals with disabilities.

Visit energyhelp.us to learn more about how to apply for LIHEAP and identify if you are eligible for assistance using the LIHEAP Eligibility Toolor call the hotline at 1-866-674-6327.

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