HEAP Regular
Home Energy Assistance Program - Regular Benefit
In short
One-time benefit (~$21-$996+ depending on fuel/tier) paid to utility/fuel vendor; triggers utility discounts (EAP). Households paying heat directly or in rent (heat-included tenants get a small benefit); SNAP/TA/SSI recipients often auto-eligible.
Why it matters
Yearly heating help, opens each November. The same visit can cover HEAP repair, cooling and utility discounts.
- What you get
- One-time benefit (~$21-$996+ depending on fuel/tier) paid to utility/fuel vendor; triggers utility discounts (EAP).
- Who qualifies
- Households paying heat directly or in rent (heat-included tenants get a small benefit); SNAP/TA/SSI recipients often auto-eligible.
- Income limit (2026)
- 2026-27 approx (unverified): 4-person Tier II max ~$6,852/month; 2025-26 4-person max $6,680/month (60% State Median Income).
- Papers to gather
- ID, SSN, income for all members, utility bill/fuel info, rent receipt if heat included.
- Renewal
- Annual (each season).
Some details here could not be confirmed yet. We check every rule with the agency before you apply.
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