11 Timely and Meaningful Public Participation, , 2605(b)(12) - Assurance 12, 2605(c)(2)

11.1 How did you obtain input from the public in the development of your LIHEAP plan? Select all that apply. Note: Tribes do not need to hold a public hearing but must ensure participation through other means. Tribal Council meeting(s) Public Hearing(s) Draft Plan posted to website and available for comment Hard copy of plan is available for public view and comment Comments from applicants are recorded Request for comments on draft Plan is advertised Stakeholder consultation meeting(s) Comments are solicited during outreach activities Other - Describe: The State Plan will be posted on the State of Hawaii Department of Human Services Website. To encourage participation, the posting will also inform the public and interested parties to submit written testimony. H-HEAP coordinator will send personal emails and copies of the proposed plan directly to all H-HEAP stakeholders (vendors/utility companies, CAA, local DOE office). During training sessions comments and program changes are discussed and comments encouraged. Public Hearings, 2605(a)(2) - For States and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico Only 11.2 List the date and location(s) that you held public hearing(s) on the proposed use and distribution of your LIHEAP funds? Date Event Description 1 08/27/2025 Public Hearing and deadline for comments 11.3. How many parties commented on your plan at the hearing(s)? None 11.4 Summarize the comments you received at the hearing(s). N/A 11.5 What changes did you make to your LIHEAP plan as a result of public participation and solicitation of input? N/A If any of the above questions require further explanation or clarification that could not be made in the fields provided, attach a document with said explanation here.