Townhall Meeting Follow-Up Information – December 11, 2013

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

Helps low-income individuals and families pay their heating bills.
Sends a cash grant directly to the utility company for households in danger of being without heat.
Accepting applications through April 4.

*For more information about LIHEAP, please contact my district offices.

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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

SNAP is the new name for the Food Stamp program operated by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare.
Provides an Electronic Benefits Transfer ACCESS card to buy food and help eligible low-income households obtain more nutritious diets.
On November 1, 2013, the State cut SNAP benefits by 5.4% following the expiration of the federal economic stimulus package.

* For more information on SNAP, please contact my district offices.

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Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

Reimbursement program for low-income homeowners or renters who meet certain eligibility requirements.
Application deadline extended to December 31.
Maximum standard rebate is $650, but supplemental rebates may increase rebates to $975.
To apply, must provide proof of age and income.

*For more information about the Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program, please contact my district offices.

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Affordable Care Act

Creates healthcare marketplace for employers and employees.
Participation in marketplace not required if you currently have insurance through your employer.
Healthcare insurance required for everyone in 2014.
Can keep Medicare, Medicaid, CHIP, TRICARE or state-based risk pools.
Open enrollment now through March 31, 2014 (additional enrollment periods available).
Coverage will begin January 1, 2014 if you sign up by December 23.

* For more information on ACA, please contact my district offices or visit https://www.healthcare.gov/ .

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