Gov. Healey Declares State of Emergency over Winter Energy Costs in Massachusetts
The plan expands heating aid for about 50,000 middle-class households and adds $15 million for low-income families, officials said.
- On Monday, Governor Maura Healey declared a "state of energy emergency" and announced an energy affordability plan including expanded heating assistance and temporary relief on electric bills for Massachusetts households.
- Heating oil costs have risen 73% since last year, a surge Healey attributed to the war in Iran and energy policies of the Trump administration.
- The administration will eliminate the SMART program charge for three months and increase HEAP benefits, delivering nearly $150 million in total savings for low-income and middle-class families.
- Partnering with Citizens Energy Corporation, the state launched the Emergency Winter Warmth Fund, while eligible middle-income families can receive up to $680 in one-time heating oil assistance beginning in December.
- The assistance programs run from November 1, 2026, through April 30, 2027, as Healey faces criticism from Republican opponent Mike Minogue regarding the timing of her energy affordability efforts.
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The Daily News of NewburyportHealey declares 'state of emergency' on rising energy costs
BOSTON — Gov. Maura Healey declared an energy "state of emergency" Monday in response to a spike in fuel costs ahead of winter, announcing steps to expand home heating oil assistance and temporarily halting renewable energy charges tacked onto monthly…
Governor Healey Announces New Winter Energy Bill Relief for Massachusetts Families - The Millbury-Sutton Chronicle
Governor declares State of Energy Emergency, removes charges from bills and expands heating assistance to deliver nearly $150 million in relief for Massachusetts households; Partners… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close
Healey, declaring an ‘energy emergency,’ moves to temporarily cut electric bills, bolster home heating aid - The Boston Globe
Saying the state is facing an “energy emergency,” Governor Maura Healey on Monday announced a slate of efforts she said could reduce residents’ heating costs by tens of millions of dollars this winter.
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