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Vermont Department for Children and Families Seasonal Fuel Assistance Rules Economic Services Division 2914 p.3 Calculation of Benefits
3. Eligible households that live in Section 8 housing, or other public housing, and that make primary heating fuel payments directly to a certified fuel supplier, shall receive 55% of the amount calculated pursuant to subsections (a) and (b) of this rule.
4. Eligible households that live in Section 8 housing, or other public housing, and that have their primary heating fuel cost included in their rent, shall receive an annual nominal benefit in an amount ($21.00) set by 33 V.S.A. § 2605.
5. Eligible roomer or boarder households shall receive an annual nominal benefit in an amount ($21.00) set by 33 V.S.A. § 2605.
d. Before issuing fuel assistance benefits, the Department must round down the net benefit amount calculated under this rule to the next whole dollar.