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ENERGY PROGRAMS EP-300 LOW INCOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

19 Section 300 Change #2-2026 May 1, 2026 1571 and notify DSS automation at 919-527-6270 to credit the county’s funds in NC FAST. NOTE: Explain to applicant that if the household moves or ends service prior to the energy provider receiving payment and a credit balance is the result, the household should contact the old energy provider with the new energy provider information so payment can be forwarded. LIEAP Supplement payments can be applied to new or old accounts that are active or closed. Regular LIEAP payments can only be applied to active accounts. Closed accounts are not subject to the rising cost of heating. If a client needs assistance to pay for a closed account to reestablish service, the client will need to apply for CIP and be fully vulnerable for CIP benefits. B. The chart below reflects the benefit levels based on household size and income category. Income Ranges by Family Size Percentages of 130% Poverty Income Limit

Household Size 0 – 50% (Represents 0 - 65% of 100%) 51% - 100% (Represents 66 - 130% of 100%) Payment Amount

$400

$300 1 $0-$848 $849- $1,695 2 $0-$1,146 $1,147- $2,291 3 $0-$1,444 $1,445- $2,887 Payment Amount $500 $400 4 $0-$1,741 $1,742- $3,483 5 $0-$2,039 $2,040- $4,079 6 $0-$2,337 $2,338- $4,675 7 $0-$2,635 $2,636- $5,270 8 $0-$2,933 $2,934- $5,866 9 $0-$3,231 $3,232- $6,462