Low-income families in Michigan can get financial support for their energy bills, thanks to a recent influx of federal funding.
The federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is sending more than $160 million to Michigan.
The program aims to pay for heating and cooling bills, prevent energy shutoffs and weatherize homes to improve their energy efficiency.
Senators Gary Peters and Debbie Stabenow said in a joint statement they worked to secure the funding to keep Michigan families warm ahead of the winter.
"...this critical funding will help ensure that Michigan families don’t have to choose between keeping the heat on and putting food on the table,” Stabenow said.
Eligibility is based on household size, income and whether recipients are enrolled in other federal assistance programs.
Households can fill out a new online form to learn if they qualify.
