14 Leveraging Incentive Program ,2607A

14.1 Do you plan to submit an application for the leveraging incentive program? Yes No 14.2 Describe instructions to any third parties and/or local agencies for submitting LIHEAP leveraging resource information and retaining records. If leveraging funds are made available, the Department will instruct third parties and/or local agencies to submit the financial information for customers served of any leveraged eligible activities they performed during the respective fiscal year, as well as details regarding the nature and operation of the program(s). The Department will also instruct them to maintain proper documentation necessary to verify the expenditures and customers served information submitted. 14.3 For each type of resource and/or benefit to be leveraged in the upcoming year that will meet the requirements of 45 C.F.R. § 96.87(d)(2)(iii), describe the following: Resource What is the type of resource or benefit ? What is the source(s) of the resource ? How will the resource be integrated and coordinated with LIHEAP? 1 Low Income Discount Rates Fuel Funds Supplement to LIHEAP to assist customers pay a reduced utility bill. Applicable to gas utilities starting October 1, 2024. Beginning January 1, 2026, LIDR will also be available to ComEd electric customers. 2 Direct energy assistance payment State Supplemental Fund Supplement to LIHEAP to assist more low-income families in need of energy assistance contingent upon approval from the Illinois General Assembly. 3 Direct energy assistance payment or bill credit Fuel funds, charitable contributions Supplement to LIHEAP, operated by LAAs, to assist customers whose need exceeds the normal LIHEAP benefits. 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.