HHS Provides $40 Million in Energy Assistance to Low-Income Families
February 22, 2008
February 22, 2008
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- The Tribal Child Care Technical Assistance Center issued the following news release:
HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt announced the release of $40 million to help eligible low-income families meet home energy costs. The funds, from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) emergency contingency fund, will provide 11 states with heating assistance for the winter months.
"Winter weather can have a devastating impact on low-income fam . . .
HHS Secretary Mike Leavitt announced the release of $40 million to help eligible low-income families meet home energy costs. The funds, from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) emergency contingency fund, will provide 11 states with heating assistance for the winter months.
"Winter weather can have a devastating impact on low-income fam . . .