Rule 18-24-5.1 - Eligibility RequirementsAn applicant must meet the following requirements to receive a LIHEAP benefit:
A. Have an obligation to pay an energy bill directly to a utility company, in subsidized housing where energy cost is billed separate from rent, or can provide evidence from landlord stating utility is an undesignated portion of rent;B. Be a U.S. citizen or have legal permanent resident status;C. Have income at or below the 60% state median income guidelines; andD. Be eighteen (18) years of age or older or an emancipated minor (through court action) who is head of household. Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-2(4); Miss. Code Ann. § 43-1-4 Revised: May 2022