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outside of the traditional Community Action Agency (CAA) service areas. This flexibility ensures that LIHEAP services continue to be delivered efficiently and effectively.

Chapter 9 – LIHEAP Policy Advisory Committee (LAC)

9.1 Name and Purpose The LIHEAP Advisory Committee (LAC) provides objective policy guidance, recommends program improvements, and ensures compliance with federal and state requirements, with a focus on serving eligible households effectively.

9.2 Membership Composition (12 members): • 6 LIHEAP Agency Representatives o Elected from partnering agencies:  3 large agencies, 3 small agencies  One representative of each type per territory: East, Middle, West o Nominees must have LIHEAP knowledge o Each agency casts one vote per category per region o Ties decided by THDA • 3 Permanent Members (Non-voting): o THDA LIHEAP Manager (or designee) o TACA President (or designee) o THRA President (or designee) • 3 Subject Matter Experts (SMEs): o Appointed based on expertise (e.g., energy, community services) o Recommended by THDA or agencies and vetted by LIHEAP staff

9.3 Member Responsibilities • Offer unbiased guidance and policy input • Vote or assign proxies when absent • Participate in discussions, assignments, and consensus-building • Attend at least 51% of annual meetings • Adhere to THDA’s nondiscrimination policy • Members may be removed by 2/3 vote for misconduct or inactivity