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 draft state plan and public comment period is shared with the local Community Action Agencies across the state, local Tribes and utility vendors. Community Action Agencies posted the public hearing and how to attend the public hearing through their social media sites. 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 08/26/2025 Virtual Public Hearing via WebEx 11.3. How many parties commented on your plan at the hearing(s)? 0 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? One local agency noticed an unchecked box related to income that is counted and provided that feed back. 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.