Title: How to Get Help Paying a Gas Bill | Pocketsense
Headings: How to Get Help Paying a Gas Bill
How to Get Help Paying a Gas Bill
Federal Assistance
State Programs
Utility Providers and Nonprofits

Content: Federal Assistance
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is the federal utility assistance program. The eligibility guidelines and benefits available vary from state to state. All states offer help with heating expenses; several states also provide funding in the summer months and weatherization services to make homes more energy-efficient. Generally, household income must be at or below 130 percent of the federal poverty level. For information on your state's LIHEAP details and guidelines, visit the LIHEAP Clearinghouse site. State Programs
Your state may offer a utility assistance program to help with gas bills. Programs are usually run by the state's Public Utility Commission or Department of Community Affairs. You can also contact your state's Department of Children and Families or Department of Social Services to see if state help is available. Examples of state-run programs include: