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Department of Health and Human Services LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GUIDANCE DOCUMENT 07/18/2026

“Helping People Live Better Lives”

| pg. 1 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Income Guidelines

INCOME GUIDELINES. The Nebraska Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) utilizes gross income when determining income eligibility. The income limit for the Low Income Home Energy Program is 150% of the federal poverty level, and the table below displays the annual income equivalent to 150% of the federal poverty level for each household size. This data is derived from the Annual Update of the Health and Human Services (HHS) Poverty Guidelines, Federal Register Notice.

LIHEAP Maximum Allowable Income (October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026) Household Size LIHEAP Gross Income Limit (150% of Federal Poverty Level) 1 $23,475 2 $31,725 3 $39,975 4 $48,225 5 $56,475 6 $64,725 7 $72,975 8 $81,225 * For each additional household member, add $8,250.

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Department of Health and Human Services LOW INCOME HOME ENERGY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM GUIDANCE DOCUMENT 07/18/2026

“Helping People Live Better Lives”

| pg. 1 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Income Guidelines

INCOME GUIDELINES. The Nebraska Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) utilizes gross income when determining income eligibility. The income limit for the Low Income Home Energy Program is 150% of the federal poverty level, and the table below displays the annual income equivalent to 150% of the federal poverty level for each household size. This data is derived from the Annual Update of the Health and Human Services (HHS) Poverty Guidelines, Federal Register Notice.

LIHEAP Maximum Allowable Income (October 1, 2025 - September 30, 2026) Household Size LIHEAP Gross Income Limit (150% of Federal Poverty Level) 1 $23,475 2 $31,725 3 $39,975 4 $48,225 5 $56,475 6 $64,725 7 $72,975 8 $81,225 * For each additional household member, add $8,250.