Low-Income Energy Assistance
The Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services
seeks comment on its request for a waiver of the Low Income Energy Assistance
Program (LIEAP) rule governing the maximum amount of FY 2021 LIEAP Funding that
may be used in the Low Income Weatherization Assistance Program. Draft copies
of the Department’s waiver request may be obtained by writing the Department of
Public Health and Human Services, 1400 Carter Drive, P.O. Box 202956, Helena,
MT 59620-2956 or by calling 406-447-4269. Written comments must be
received by 5:00 PM, Friday, April 30, 2021.
You may apply for assistance at any time during the year by contacting the energy assistance LIEAP eligibility office or tribal LIHEAP office serving your community. Click on "LIEAP eligibility office" to access phone numbers.
If you cannot reach your local LIEAP eligibility office, call Montana's toll-free LIEAP number at 1-833-317-1080.
The State of Montana, through the Department of Public Health and Human Services, offers two programs aimed at helping low-income individuals reduce their heating costs.
The
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP) pays part of winter energy bills for eligible people. Most utilities offer LIEAP recipients discounts on their bills. The Weatherization Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption. In certain circumstances, there is assistance available to help with furnace emergencies.
When & Where to Apply
The Low-Income Energy Assistance (LIEAP) application is available during the heating season, which is October 1 through April 30 of each year, by contacting local LIEAP eligibility office or tribal LIHEAP office serving your community.
You may apply for weatherization assistance at any time during the year by contacting the energy assistance LIEAP eligibility office or tribal LIHEAP office serving your community.
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Who Is Eligible
Eligibility for weatherization and fuel (energy) assistance is based on your income and resource limits. Both homeowners and renters may apply for these programs.
If your household receives benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, you may qualify automatically for weatherization or fuel assistance.