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Year-End Deadline Nears for State Home Energy Assistance Program

Dec. 31 is the deadline for applications for California’s Home Energy Assistance Program for 1987, Assemblyman Paul E. Zeltner (R-Bellflower) has announced.

“HEAP is designed to assist low-income families meet the high costs of heating and cooling their homes,” Zeltner said, adding that those who qualify for the program receive a one-time annual payment toward energy bills.

To qualify for the program, applicants must be receiving Supplemental Security Income/State Supplementary Program payments, Aid to Families With Dependent Children, specified veterans’ and survivors’ pension benefits or food stamps.

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In addition, households with incomes at or below 110% of the federally established poverty level may qualify for the program. Other application information for the program may be obtained by contacting Zeltner’s office at 920-9755.

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