Massachusetts S2134 expands the low income home energy assistance program to include cooling assistance.

Massachusetts S2134 amends Chapter 23B of the General Laws to establish a low-income cooling assistance program. This program, operated by the Department of Housing and Community Development, will cover the cost of eligible households purchasing and installing air-conditioning units, ceiling fans, and box fans up to $500 total. It also contributes funds to electric bills for cooling during appropriate times of the year. Eligible households must have income not exceeding 60 percent of the state median income.

Massachusetts S2134 expands the low income home energy assistance program to include cooling assistance.

Massachusetts S2134 amends Chapter 23B of the General Laws to establish a low-income cooling assistance program. This program, operated by the Department of Housing and Community Development, will cover the cost of eligible households purchasing and installing air-conditioning units, ceiling fans, and box fans up to $500 total. It also contributes funds to electric bills for cooling during appropriate times of the year. Eligible households must have income not exceeding 60 percent of the state median income.