Senator Markey Celebrates Additional $20 Million in Federal Relief to Help Massachusetts Households Cover Energy Costs

Sen. Edward Markey (D-Mass.) lauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) announcement of an additional $20 million in federal relief to assist Massachusetts households in meeting the costs of energy consumption.

The HHS, in conjunction with the Federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), has allocated the funds to aid low-income households in Massachusetts in paying their energy bills. The money can also be used to fund energy-saving home improvements that can help to lower energy costs.

Commenting on the development, Sen. Markey said, “This necessary federal investment will help ensure that Massachusetts households do not have to choose between putting food on the table or keeping the lights on. This additional assistance will provide critical relief for Massachusetts families who are struggling to make ends meet.”

The Senator further noted that the new funding is an important step toward helping Massachusetts residents preserve their independence and dignity, and he urged the HHS to continue providing adequate funding for the LIHEAP program.

“Massachusetts families deserve a warm and safe home to live in without the fear of a high energy bill,” he concluded.

Sen. Edward Markey (D-Mass.) lauded the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) announcement of an additional $20 million in federal relief to assist households in Massachusetts in covering the costs of energy consumption. The HHS, in conjunction with the Federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), has allocated the funds to furnishing economic aid to low-income households. Additionally, these funds can be applied to energy-saving home improvements, which may help to reduce energy costs.

Expressing his approval of the development, Sen. Markey declared, “This indispensable federal investment will guarantee that Massachusetts households do not have to make the dispiriting choice between nourishment or illumination. This extra assistance will furnish considerable relief for families in Massachusetts who are striving to make ends meet.”

The Senator proceeded to emphasize the significance of the new funding in terms of helping Massachusetts residents maintain their autonomy and self-esteem, and he exhorted the HHS to continue providing adequate funding for the LIHEAP program.

“Families in Massachusetts merit a snug and secure abode without the apprehension of a hefty energy bill,” he concluded.