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S1700119th CongressWALLET

LIHEAP Parity Act

Sponsored By: Senator Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

Introduced

Summary

Standardizes how states receive LIHEAP funds by removing a state-specific exception from the allotment formula and by requiring HHS to issue rules on the calculation method and data sources used to set state shares. This bill would align the formula used across all states and force clearer guidance on how allotments are calculated.

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  • Families and low-income households: Would aim to make state allotments more consistent and accurate, which could change how existing LIHEAP funds are distributed across states and affect local heating and cooling assistance.
  • States: Removes the special exception in 42 U.S.C. 8623(a)(2), so each state's share would be determined under the same standardized formula and updated data rules.
  • Administration for Children and Families at HHS: Requires the HHS Secretary to issue a regulation specifying the calculation method, the data sources to use, how often they are updated, and how updates are made to ensure accurate allotments.

*Does not create new LIHEAP funding or change overall appropriations; it clarifies how existing funds are allocated.*

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1 provisions identified: 0 benefits, 0 costs, 1 mixed.

Change how LIHEAP funds are split

If enacted, this bill would remove a state-specific exception in the LIHEAP allotment formula. It would also require HHS/ACF to write a rule specifying the method for calculating state allotments. The rule must name data sources and say how often to update them. If enacted, these changes could reallocate LIHEAP money among states. Some low-income households could get more help and others could get less. These changes would take effect upon enactment.

Sponsors & CoSponsors

Sponsor

Kelly, Mark [D-AZ]

AZ • D

Cosponsors

  • Sen. Gallego, Ruben [D-AZ]

    AZ • D

    Sponsored 5/8/2025

Roll Call Votes

No roll call votes available for this bill.

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