Liberty, NY – The 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) will begin accepting applications for the Heating Equipment Repair & Replacement (HERR) benefit on December 11. HERR benefits are available to assist…
Tag: HEAP
HEAP Season Opens Dec. 1 After Federal Shutdown Delay
LIBERTY, N.Y. — The 2025-26 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) season will open Dec. 1, following a delay caused by the recent federal government shutdown, according to the New York State Office…
New York Residents Begin Receiving Full SNAP Benefits Amid Shutdown Uncertainty
New York residents began receiving full monthly benefits under the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for November, even as the federal government shutdown continues to cast doubt over future payments. Here’s what…
Federal Judge Orders SNAP Funding During Shutdown; Recipients Could Still See Delays
A federal judge in Rhode Island ruled Friday that the Trump administration must continue funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown. However, state and county officials across…
HEAP Season Delayed Until Nov. 17 Amid Federal Shutdown
The 2025-2026 Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) season is now delayed until Nov. 17, two weeks later than planned, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. “This change is a result of…
Federal Shutdown Threatens Local Safety Nets in Sullivan County, Commissioner Warns
The federal government remains closed today amid a bitter impasse on Capitol Hill over competing congressional spending bills—one backed by each party. The stalemate is already raising concerns here at home. In…
New York’s HEAP Funding at Risk Ahead of Winter
Sullivan County officials warn that the New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance is anticipating the state’s HEAP funding to be flat for this year. The Home Energy Assistance Program,…
Summer HEAP Applications Are Now Open – What You Need to Know
HEAP applications to keep your home cool this summer are now open. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is a federal program that helps residents keep their homes cool and…