18 Miss. Code. R. 24-5.1 - Eligibility Requirements

An applicant must meet the following requirements to receive a LIHEAP benefit:

A. Have an obligation to pay an energy bill directly to a utility company, in subsidized housing where energy cost is billed separate from rent, or can provide evidence from landlord stating utility is an undesignated portion of rent;

B. Be a U.S. citizen or have legal permanent resident status;

C. Have income at or below the 60% state median income guidelines; and

D. Be eighteen (18) years of age or older or an emancipated minor (through court action) who is head of household.

Notes

18 Miss. Code. R. 24-5.1

Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-2(4); Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-4 Revised: May 2022

Adopted 3/24/2021 Amended 9/15/2022