Carol Johnson
Dallas County Public Administrator Past MAPA President 2018-2020
P.O. Box 1497
Buffalo, MO 65622
Office: 417-345-5899
Fax: 417-345-5898
CELL: 417-326-9962
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<dallascopubad@xxxxxxxxx>Sent: Wednesday, November 17, 2021, 04:45:35 PM
CSTSubject: Energy Assistance Program Updates
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November 17, 2021
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Help with heating and cooling bills now available year-round, benefit set to
double
Energy Assistance Program
The Department of Social Services announced the Low Income Home Energy
Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Energy Assistance (EA) program will now be
available year round. The benefit, which helps Missourians with heating and
cooling bills, has also been doubled for those who are eligible. The EA benefit
amount will depend on the fuel type:
| Fuel Type |
Benefit Amount
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| Natural Gas | $652 |
| Tank Propane | $990 |
| Electric | $636 |
| Fuel Oil | $652 |
| Wood | $438 |
| Kerosene | $306 |
| Cylinder Propane | $354 |
If a benefit has already been issued, a new benefit will be issued to cover the
additional amount.
Energy Crisis Intervention Program
In addition, the maximum benefit amount through the Energy Crisis Intervention
Program (ECIP) will be $1,600 for Winter ECIP (previously $800) and $1,200 for
Summer ECIP (previously $600).
Eligibility
To be eligibile for help, you must:
- Be responsible for paying home utility costs
- Have $3,000 or less in your bank accounts, retirement accounts, or
investments
- Be a U.S. citizen or legally admitted for permanent residence
- Meet or make less than the State Median Income Guidelines:
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How do I apply?
To apply for help, complete and submit a LIHEAP Application and any documents
the application asks for to your local contracted agency by mail or online. For
more information about LIHEAP visit the DSS website.
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Our Mission:
Empower Missourians to live safe, healthy, and productive lives.
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disabilities.
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