An Act To Provide Funding For Low-Income Electric Ratepayer Assistance
Died in Possession of the Senate when the Legislature adjourned Sine Die and was PLACED IN THE LEGISLATIVE FILES. (DEAD)
Summary
The bill defines a low‑income household as one earning no more than 150% of the federal poverty level and earmarks $7.5 million each fiscal year for two years to help those households pay their electric bills. Funding would come from the state’s general fund and be administered by the Maine State Housing Authority’s Low‑Income Home Energy Assistance program. It aims to give temporary relief to electricity customers who are financially vulnerable.
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