Millions Face Winter Heating Crisis as Federal Shutdown Delays Energy Assistance
Millions of low-income Americans risk having to ration heating this winter as federal energy assistance faces unprecedented delays. The crisis stems from government shutdown impacts and mass staff layoffs that have stalled distribution of vital aid.
Winter Heating Assistance in Peril Amid Federal Chaos
Millions of vulnerable Americans face potential heat rationing this winter as unprecedented delays in critical energy assistance funding threaten to leave low-income households without support, according to reports from energy assistance organizations. The National Energy Assistance Directors Association (NEADA) has warned that the combination of federal government shutdown and staffing shortages is creating a perfect storm that could prevent timely distribution of aid.
