Public Assistance

Heating Assistance Program (HAP)

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Heating Assistance News

(7-29-08) The Alaska State Legislature is currently meeting in special session considering additional changes to the state-funded Heating Assistance Program. This site will be updated with more information as it becomes available.

 

Heating Assistance

Helps households pay a portion of home heating expenses.  The program runs from November 1 through April 30.  Households with elderly or disabled members may apply form September 1 through April 30. 

Subsidized Rental Housing Utility Deposit (SRHUD)

Helps pay a utility deposit when households are moving into Section 8 or subsidized rental housing, provided that heat is included in the rent. Applications for the Subsidized Rental Housing Utility Deposit are accepted throughout the year.

An average of the prior 12 months income is used for self-employed and seasonal occupations. Use the following chart to help you decide if you should apply for the 2007- 2008 winter season:

Household Size

Gross Income-
Prior Month

1 $ 1,596
2 $ 2,140
3 $ 2,684
4 $ 3,228
5 $ 3,771
6 $ 4,315
For each additional household member add $544.

An average of the prior 12 months income is used for self-employed and seasonal occupations. Use the chart to help you decide if you should apply for the 2007- 2008 winter season:

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