HEATS Act
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Summary
Introduced in House
Home Energy Assistance in Times of Shutdown Act or the HEATS Act This bill provides appropriations for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) during any period in which there is a lapse in discretionary appropriations for any fiscal year (i.e., a government shutdown). Under LIHEAP, the federal government makes annual grants to states, tribes, and territories to operate home energy assistance programs for low-income households. The bill provides appropriations for LIHEAP payments to continue during a government shutdown.
District impact notes
The HEATS Act aims to ensure funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) during government shutdowns. • This funding could help low-income households in the district manage their energy costs during financial hardships. • Local agencies that administer LIHEAP may see an increase in demand for assistance if energy costs rise or if government shutdowns occur. • There may be questions about how quickly funds can be distributed during a shutdown and whether this could impact other budget priorities. AI-generated from official bill summary and plain-English note; verify with official text.
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