Tribes to receive delayed household energy aid
Following a government shutdown delay, the administration releases $3.7 billion in winter heating assistance for 149 tribes and organizations
The Trump administration is releasing $3.7 billion in Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program funds, according to E&E News. The funds were delayed due to the government shutdown. The program helps families pay electric and gas utility bills, and as winter begins, the funds will help keep families warm. In the most recent round of funding, 149 tribes and tribal organizations in 25 states received LIHEAP aid.
The allocation table dated Nov. 28 and released Monday, Dec. 1, shows tribes receiving $42,000 for fiscal year 2026. Tribes should receive the funds soon after they are processed by the Health and Human Services energy assistance division, the department spokesperson told E&E News.
- 1.Brian Dabbs. Trump admin releases $3.7B of delayed household energy aid. E&E News by POLITICO.
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