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2 . LIHEAP protects those most vulnerable from extreme heat and cold

34,000 children were lifted out of poverty because of energy assistance in 2022 .

48,000 people age 65 or older were lifted out of poverty because of energy assistance in 2022 .

In FY 2022 , 59,180 homes were weatherized with LIHEAP funds , improving the health and safety and affordability for those households .

Three out of 10 households receiving LIHEAP reported using their kitchen stove to heat their home at least once in the year preceding assistance . LIHEAP helps families avoid dangerous heating practices in winter .

One in four households receiving LIHEAP reported that they could not afford to address the non-functioning furnace or cooling system in their homes . LIHEAP helps repair and replace broken systems ,

keeping homes safe and energy efficient .

In September 2022 , Hurricane Ian caused $ 112.9 billion in damages to homes and property and led to 152 deaths .

The Western and Central United States drought and heat wave of summer 2022 cost $ 22.2 billion . LIHEAP promotes resiliency during weather-related disasters .

The need for year-round LIHEAP offerings is growing , especially the need for cooling assistance . 1,714 US deaths in 2022 were due to heat-related causes . LIHEAP protects people from extreme heat and cold in their own homes . LIHEAP saves lives . 3 . Consistency is key in addressing energy insecurity

The rising costs of energy , fuel , and other resources are having an impact on affordability . Ongoing support is necessary to continue to address the serious implications of energy insecurity .

Year-round programming that includes both heating and cooling assistance is becoming increasingly necessary .

Crisis presents a persistent and insidious state of emergency for LIHEAP families . Consistent and comprehensive funding ensures warm families in the winter , and safe , cool homes in the summer .

As commodity prices increase disproportionate to wages and weather-related occurrences become more extreme , funding for LIHEAP has become increasingly strained . LIHEAP is able to serve only about 1 in 6 eligible households with regular appropriations each year . We ask that federal appropriators take into account the need for additional resources to expand cooling programs and address the effects of extreme temperatures and commodity prices on household budgets .

There is a clear need to expand resources to support those who have

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