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Connecticut residents are campaigning for lower heat and oil costs — and more federal assistance to cover the bill.
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The Connecticut Energy Assistance Program’s coffers have been swelled with $30 million in additional American Rescue Plan Act money approved by state lawmakers last November, and another $20 million from the federal omnibus spending package passed by Congress last December.
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Energy prices are soaring this winter, but Connecticut and Long Island residents have options for financial relief.
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Connecticut lawmakers will return to the state Capitol after Thanksgiving for a special session — their agenda will include taking action to help low income residents afford the high cost of energy this winter.
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Connecticut will receive $21 million in emergency supplemental funding to help heat low-income homes this winter season.
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As the Northeast braces for an expensive winter heating season, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is pushing for an additional $1 billion for the Home Energy Assistance Program in upcoming temporary budget talks.
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Low-income households in Connecticut in need of heating assistance this winter can apply for state help starting Sept. 1. The state has set aside $79 million for the program.