Establishes a Hawaii home energy assistance program to help low-income households with energy costs.
The bill establishes a Hawaii home energy assistance program within the Department of Human Services to provide eligible households with financial aid for home energy needs. It authorizes the Department of Human Services to assist with energy costs and requires the public benefits fee administrator of the Public Utilities Commission to offer information and technical assistance, including energy audits, to program recipients. The program aims to enhance energy efficiency and reduce electricity costs for low-income households, addressing the high cost of electricity in Hawaii.
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