H3498
An Act to expand the low income home energy assistance program
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to expand the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) in Massachusetts. It aims to increase support for low-income households struggling to pay their heating and cooling bills. The bill’s specific details regarding expansion are currently under consideration, as evidenced by a scheduled hearing. This legislation builds upon previous efforts to improve LIHEAP access and eligibility.
Key provisions
- Expands the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).
- Increases support for low-income households.
- Details of the expansion are still being determined.
- Scheduled for a hearing to discuss potential changes.
Who is affected
- Low-income households
- Massachusetts residents
- Individuals and families struggling with energy costs
Notable changes
- The bill is part of a series of legislative efforts to improve LIHEAP, including proposals for automatic re-enrollment (similar bills H.3509 and H.3180).
- A study order (H.5323) accompanies the bill, suggesting an examination of related issues.
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Primary sponsor
Homar Gómez
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Bill H.3498 194th (Current)
An Act to expand the low income home energy assistance program
By Representative Gómez of Easthampton and Senator Gomez, a joint petition (accompanied by bill, House, No. 3498) of Homar Gómez, Adam Gomez and others for legislation to expand the low income home energy assistance program. Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy.
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Presenters: Homar Gómez , Adam Gómez
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill H.3498
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | House | Referred to the committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Senate concurred |
| 9/15/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-1 |
| 9/25/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 09/25/2025 from 01:00 PM-04:30 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 12/4/2025 | House | Reporting date extended to Wednesday, March 18, 2026 |
| 4/6/2026 | House | Accompanied a study order, see H5323 |
Similar Bills
H.3509 194th (Current)
An Act relative to automatic re-enrollment in the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
H.3180 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act relative to automatic re-enrollment in the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
H.3226 193rd (2023 - 2024)
An Act relative to LIHEAP eligibility
S.2289 194th (Current)
An Act to expand the low income home energy assistance program
H.3234 194th (Current)
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