Oklahoma Department of Human Services (DHS) will begin accepting online applications on Tuesday, July 9 for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). The federally-funded program helps income-eligible families with their summer utility cooling bills. Eligible households already receiving assistance through DHS are pre-authorized to receive LIHEAP which means they do not need to fill out an application. Native American households may apply online or through their tribal nation. Tribal households cannot receive assistance from both DHS and their tribe during the same federal fiscal year. Only one payment per household is allowed annually for LIHEAP summer cooling assistance. “Household” is defined as individuals living “under the same roof” with one utility meter. Maximum income guidelines per household size include: ▪ 1 person: $1,316 ▪ 2 people: $1,784 ▪ 3 people: $2,252 ▪ 4 people: $2,720 ▪ 5 people: $3,188 ▪ 6 people: $3,656 ▪ 7 people: $4,124 ▪ 8 people: $4,592 Persons applying should have the most recent cooling bill information for their home or utility supplier, as well as their ID, social security number and verification of income. For more information and to apply for benefits, visit www.OKDHSLive.org.