Tag Archive for: Low-income programs
Rising Poverty Stats Bring Increased Urgency for Tax Credit Program and Free Tax Help
As we begin the new year, record numbers of American families are struggling with poverty, according to U.S. Census Bureau statistics which show some 46.2 million Americans are living below the poverty line.
Consistent Funding Required for Program to Help Needy Pay Energy Costs, Community Advocates, Entergy Employees Tell Congress
A coalition of politicians, customer advocates and utility employees this week called for Congress to fully fund the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program in the next federal budget and expand the program so more money is available to help pay summer cooling bills.
Consumer Advocates, Entergy Employees Seek Funds to Bolster Program Helping Jobless, Poor Pay Energy Costs
As record summer heat waves deliver higher energy bills to homes nationwide, customer advocates are heading to Congress Wednesday to urge continued strong funding for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program.