Utility bill assistance program hit by federal staff cuts

Energy,Public Health,DOGE,Government Efficiency

Posted on AllSides April 16, 2025

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Federal staff cuts will cripple the effectiveness of state-run utility bill assistance programs, advocates warn, and should be resolved congressionally.

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