Home Energy Assistance Program Archives

HEAP Season Opens Dec. 1 After Federal Shutdown Delay

Posted on December 1, 2025December 1, 2025 by Tim Bruno

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…

HEAP Season Delayed Until Nov. 17 Amid Federal Shutdown

Posted on October 22, 2025October 22, 2025 by Tim Bruno

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…