Millions of dollars are heading to North Alabama to help low-income households manage heating and cooling costs during extreme weather.
Statewide funding targets energy assistance
Governor Kay Ivey announced $43.8 million in grants to support low-income residents with home energy expenses during both winter and summer months. The funding will be distributed through 18 community action agencies across Alabama and is intended to ease the financial burden of rising utility costs for vulnerable households.
Tennessee Valley agencies receive $4.5 million
Of the total funding, $4.5 million has been allocated to agencies serving the Tennessee Valley. The Community Action Partnership of Huntsville, Madison, and Limestone Counties will receive $2.9 million, while the Community Action Agency of Northwest Alabama will receive $1.6 million to serve Colbert, Franklin, and Lauderdale counties. These funds will help residents maintain access to heating and cooling during periods of extreme temperatures.
Support focused on vulnerable households
State leaders say the assistance is designed to ensure help is available when energy costs become most challenging. The grants aim to prevent service disruptions and provide relief for households with extremely limited incomes, reinforcing efforts to protect residents during Alabama’s hottest summers and coldest winters.
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