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LIHEAP applications open November 2 for 2026-27 season

Published on October 31, 2026

Applications for the 2026-27 Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) season are scheduled to open on November 2, 2026, according to Rep. Jeanne McNeill. The program provides grants to help eligible Pennsylvania households pay their heating bills. 1

Both homeowners and renters may qualify. Eligibility is based on household size and total household income.

Households seeking more information or wishing to apply may visit the link provided by the office. The announcement also noted a free shredding event on Saturday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m. to noon at Francis H. Sheckler Elementary School, 251 N. 14th St., Catasauqua, where each vehicle may bring up to five boxes or five bags of documents.

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  1. Election Day is Tuesday, Free shredding event set for Nov. 21, and more , pahouse.com. ↩

  1. Medicaid changes could pressure hospitals, report finds, October 25, 2026.
  2. Pennsylvania LIHEAP applications open Nov. 2, October 25, 2026.