Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/h1>\n
New: State-Mandated Energy Assistance Fee<\/strong><\/h2>\nBeginning September 1st<\/sup>, 2025, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP), along with all Michigan electric utilities, began collecting funds for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF)<\/strong>. This change is required by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to expand funding and eligibility under the Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nWhat is LIEAF?<\/h3>\n
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund is a state-mandated program that helps eligible households receive energy assistance and avoid shutoffs. Funds are distributed through approved Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) agencies.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
LIEAF Surcharge<\/h4>\n\n- Amount:<\/strong> $1.25 per electric meter, per month<\/li>\n
- Effective:<\/strong> September 2025 billing statements<\/li>\n
- Where Funds Go<\/strong>: Funds collected will be distributed by MEAP Grantees to support income-eligible customers with electric bills in our community (to the extent possible).<\/li>\n
- Bill Appearance<\/strong>: The charge will be listed as a separate line item on your electric bill as: Energy Assistance \u2013 Public Act 169.<\/li>\n
- Purpose:<\/strong> Helps support statewide energy assistance programs for income-eligible households<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
Who Qualifies for Assistance?<\/strong><\/h3>\nTo receive assistance, customers must meet state income eligibility guidelines, typically:<\/p>\n
\n- Up to 60% of the State Median Income (SMI) based on household size<\/li>\n
- Must be a Michigan resident<\/li>\n
- Must have an active energy account in your name<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You do not need to be behind on your bill to request help.<\/em><\/p>\nCurrent Income Eligibility Table:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a>![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Bill-Message-Window-3-300x251.png\")
<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nHow to Apply for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\nEnergy-assistance applications are processed by authorized MEAP agencies\u2014not by TCLP directly.<\/strong><\/p>\nStep 1 \u2014 Contact a Local MEAP Agency<\/strong><\/p>\nCustomers in the Traverse City area can apply through the following partner:<\/p>\n
Salvation Army – Traverse City<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-946-4644<\/li>\n
- Services: Bill payment assistance, energy crisis support, budgeting support, case management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 2 \u2014 Gather Required Documents<\/strong><\/p>\nMost agencies will ask for:<\/p>\n
\n- Verification of income for all adults in the household<\/li>\n
- Photo ID<\/li>\n
- Social Security cards (or alternative proof)<\/li>\n
- Current utility bill<\/li>\n
- Proof of residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 3 \u2014 Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/p>\nApplications may be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Online:<\/strong> Through the agency\u2019s website or through MI Bridges<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
- By Phone:<\/strong> By calling the agency directly or 2-1-1<\/li>\n
- In Person:<\/strong> At participating MEAP partner offices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Additional State Resources\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n- MI Bridges<\/a>:<\/strong> Apply for State Emergency Relief (SER) and other benefits<\/li>\n
- Michigan 2-1-1<\/a>:<\/strong> Connect with local assistance agencies<\/li>\n
- MEAP Program Information<\/a>:<\/strong> Overview of benefits and eligibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
Types of Assistance Available<\/strong><\/h3>\nDepending on your situation, MEAP agencies may be able to help with:<\/p>\n
\n- Past-due electric bills<\/li>\n
- Payment plans<\/li>\n
- Shutoff protection<\/li>\n
- Energy crisis assistance<\/li>\n
- Budgeting and energy-efficiency counseling<\/li>\n
- Referrals to weatherization programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Services vary by agency and funding availability.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nNeed Help or Have Questions?<\/strong><\/h2>\nTCLP Customer Service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-922-4940<\/li>\n
- Email: customerservice@tclp.org<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
TCLP can guide you to the right resources, but applications must be completed through MEAP agencies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n- \n
Does TCLP determine eligibility?<\/h3>\n\nNo. TCLP does not review applications or determine qualifications. All assistance decisions are made by MEAP partner agencies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
How long does approval take?<\/h3>\n\nProcessing times vary by agency and depend on documentation and funding availability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
What if I don\u2019t qualify for LIEAF\/MEAP?<\/h3>\n\nCustomers who do not meet state income guidelines may still have options:<\/p>\n
\n- TCLP payment plans<\/li>\n
- Budget billing<\/li>\n
- Local community resources<\/li>\n
- Energy-efficiency programs to help lower usage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Is assistance guaranteed?<\/h3>\n\nNo. Assistance is limited by available state funding and agency capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nLIEAF Program Background\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n- LIEAF was first launched in 2013<\/strong> as an optional program.<\/li>\n
- A 2024 amendment (Public Act 169)<\/strong> now requires all Michigan utilities to either:\n
\n- Participate in LIEAF, or<\/li>\n
- Operate their own low-income assistance program that meets state requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- In the past, TCLP opted out of LIEAF due to concerns that the funds collected through the program might be directed to areas outside of our community.<\/li>\n
- For 2025\u201326<\/strong>, TCLP\u2019s Board voted to opt in for a one-year trial<\/strong> to evaluate its effectiveness and determine the best long-term path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
State-Mandated Michigan Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) New: State-Mandated Energy Assistance Fee Beginning September 1st, 2025, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP), along with all Michigan electric utilities, began collecting funds for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). This change is required by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to expand funding and eligibility under […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":48,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6203","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6203"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7477,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions\/7477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6203"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
What is LIEAF?<\/h3>\n
The Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund is a state-mandated program that helps eligible households receive energy assistance and avoid shutoffs. Funds are distributed through approved Michigan Energy Assistance Program (MEAP) agencies.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n
LIEAF Surcharge<\/h4>\n\n- Amount:<\/strong> $1.25 per electric meter, per month<\/li>\n
- Effective:<\/strong> September 2025 billing statements<\/li>\n
- Where Funds Go<\/strong>: Funds collected will be distributed by MEAP Grantees to support income-eligible customers with electric bills in our community (to the extent possible).<\/li>\n
- Bill Appearance<\/strong>: The charge will be listed as a separate line item on your electric bill as: Energy Assistance \u2013 Public Act 169.<\/li>\n
- Purpose:<\/strong> Helps support statewide energy assistance programs for income-eligible households<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
Who Qualifies for Assistance?<\/strong><\/h3>\nTo receive assistance, customers must meet state income eligibility guidelines, typically:<\/p>\n
\n- Up to 60% of the State Median Income (SMI) based on household size<\/li>\n
- Must be a Michigan resident<\/li>\n
- Must have an active energy account in your name<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You do not need to be behind on your bill to request help.<\/em><\/p>\nCurrent Income Eligibility Table:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nHow to Apply for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\nEnergy-assistance applications are processed by authorized MEAP agencies\u2014not by TCLP directly.<\/strong><\/p>\nStep 1 \u2014 Contact a Local MEAP Agency<\/strong><\/p>\nCustomers in the Traverse City area can apply through the following partner:<\/p>\n
Salvation Army – Traverse City<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-946-4644<\/li>\n
- Services: Bill payment assistance, energy crisis support, budgeting support, case management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 2 \u2014 Gather Required Documents<\/strong><\/p>\nMost agencies will ask for:<\/p>\n
\n- Verification of income for all adults in the household<\/li>\n
- Photo ID<\/li>\n
- Social Security cards (or alternative proof)<\/li>\n
- Current utility bill<\/li>\n
- Proof of residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 3 \u2014 Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/p>\nApplications may be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Online:<\/strong> Through the agency\u2019s website or through MI Bridges<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
- By Phone:<\/strong> By calling the agency directly or 2-1-1<\/li>\n
- In Person:<\/strong> At participating MEAP partner offices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Additional State Resources\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n- MI Bridges<\/a>:<\/strong> Apply for State Emergency Relief (SER) and other benefits<\/li>\n
- Michigan 2-1-1<\/a>:<\/strong> Connect with local assistance agencies<\/li>\n
- MEAP Program Information<\/a>:<\/strong> Overview of benefits and eligibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
Types of Assistance Available<\/strong><\/h3>\nDepending on your situation, MEAP agencies may be able to help with:<\/p>\n
\n- Past-due electric bills<\/li>\n
- Payment plans<\/li>\n
- Shutoff protection<\/li>\n
- Energy crisis assistance<\/li>\n
- Budgeting and energy-efficiency counseling<\/li>\n
- Referrals to weatherization programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Services vary by agency and funding availability.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nNeed Help or Have Questions?<\/strong><\/h2>\nTCLP Customer Service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-922-4940<\/li>\n
- Email: customerservice@tclp.org<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
TCLP can guide you to the right resources, but applications must be completed through MEAP agencies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n- \n
Does TCLP determine eligibility?<\/h3>\n\nNo. TCLP does not review applications or determine qualifications. All assistance decisions are made by MEAP partner agencies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
How long does approval take?<\/h3>\n\nProcessing times vary by agency and depend on documentation and funding availability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
What if I don\u2019t qualify for LIEAF\/MEAP?<\/h3>\n\nCustomers who do not meet state income guidelines may still have options:<\/p>\n
\n- TCLP payment plans<\/li>\n
- Budget billing<\/li>\n
- Local community resources<\/li>\n
- Energy-efficiency programs to help lower usage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Is assistance guaranteed?<\/h3>\n\nNo. Assistance is limited by available state funding and agency capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nLIEAF Program Background\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n- LIEAF was first launched in 2013<\/strong> as an optional program.<\/li>\n
- A 2024 amendment (Public Act 169)<\/strong> now requires all Michigan utilities to either:\n
\n- Participate in LIEAF, or<\/li>\n
- Operate their own low-income assistance program that meets state requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- In the past, TCLP opted out of LIEAF due to concerns that the funds collected through the program might be directed to areas outside of our community.<\/li>\n
- For 2025\u201326<\/strong>, TCLP\u2019s Board voted to opt in for a one-year trial<\/strong> to evaluate its effectiveness and determine the best long-term path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
State-Mandated Michigan Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) New: State-Mandated Energy Assistance Fee Beginning September 1st, 2025, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP), along with all Michigan electric utilities, began collecting funds for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). This change is required by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to expand funding and eligibility under […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":48,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6203","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6203"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7477,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions\/7477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6203"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
Who Qualifies for Assistance?<\/strong><\/h3>\nTo receive assistance, customers must meet state income eligibility guidelines, typically:<\/p>\n
\n- Up to 60% of the State Median Income (SMI) based on household size<\/li>\n
- Must be a Michigan resident<\/li>\n
- Must have an active energy account in your name<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
You do not need to be behind on your bill to request help.<\/em><\/p>\nCurrent Income Eligibility Table:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nHow to Apply for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\nEnergy-assistance applications are processed by authorized MEAP agencies\u2014not by TCLP directly.<\/strong><\/p>\nStep 1 \u2014 Contact a Local MEAP Agency<\/strong><\/p>\nCustomers in the Traverse City area can apply through the following partner:<\/p>\n
Salvation Army – Traverse City<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-946-4644<\/li>\n
- Services: Bill payment assistance, energy crisis support, budgeting support, case management<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 2 \u2014 Gather Required Documents<\/strong><\/p>\nMost agencies will ask for:<\/p>\n
\n- Verification of income for all adults in the household<\/li>\n
- Photo ID<\/li>\n
- Social Security cards (or alternative proof)<\/li>\n
- Current utility bill<\/li>\n
- Proof of residency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Step 3 \u2014 Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/p>\nApplications may be completed:<\/p>\n
\n- Online:<\/strong> Through the agency\u2019s website or through MI Bridges<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n
- By Phone:<\/strong> By calling the agency directly or 2-1-1<\/li>\n
- In Person:<\/strong> At participating MEAP partner offices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Additional State Resources\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n- MI Bridges<\/a>:<\/strong> Apply for State Emergency Relief (SER) and other benefits<\/li>\n
- Michigan 2-1-1<\/a>:<\/strong> Connect with local assistance agencies<\/li>\n
- MEAP Program Information<\/a>:<\/strong> Overview of benefits and eligibility<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n
Types of Assistance Available<\/strong><\/h3>\nDepending on your situation, MEAP agencies may be able to help with:<\/p>\n
\n- Past-due electric bills<\/li>\n
- Payment plans<\/li>\n
- Shutoff protection<\/li>\n
- Energy crisis assistance<\/li>\n
- Budgeting and energy-efficiency counseling<\/li>\n
- Referrals to weatherization programs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Services vary by agency and funding availability.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nNeed Help or Have Questions?<\/strong><\/h2>\nTCLP Customer Service<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Phone: 231-922-4940<\/li>\n
- Email: customerservice@tclp.org<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
TCLP can guide you to the right resources, but applications must be completed through MEAP agencies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\nFrequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n- \n
Does TCLP determine eligibility?<\/h3>\n\nNo. TCLP does not review applications or determine qualifications. All assistance decisions are made by MEAP partner agencies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
How long does approval take?<\/h3>\n\nProcessing times vary by agency and depend on documentation and funding availability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
What if I don\u2019t qualify for LIEAF\/MEAP?<\/h3>\n\nCustomers who do not meet state income guidelines may still have options:<\/p>\n
\n- TCLP payment plans<\/li>\n
- Budget billing<\/li>\n
- Local community resources<\/li>\n
- Energy-efficiency programs to help lower usage<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n
- \n
Is assistance guaranteed?<\/h3>\n\nNo. Assistance is limited by available state funding and agency capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\nLIEAF Program Background\u00a0<\/h2>\n\n- LIEAF was first launched in 2013<\/strong> as an optional program.<\/li>\n
- A 2024 amendment (Public Act 169)<\/strong> now requires all Michigan utilities to either:\n
\n- Participate in LIEAF, or<\/li>\n
- Operate their own low-income assistance program that meets state requirements.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n
- In the past, TCLP opted out of LIEAF due to concerns that the funds collected through the program might be directed to areas outside of our community.<\/li>\n
- For 2025\u201326<\/strong>, TCLP\u2019s Board voted to opt in for a one-year trial<\/strong> to evaluate its effectiveness and determine the best long-term path.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n
\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
State-Mandated Michigan Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) New: State-Mandated Energy Assistance Fee Beginning September 1st, 2025, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP), along with all Michigan electric utilities, began collecting funds for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). This change is required by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to expand funding and eligibility under […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":48,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6203","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6203"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7477,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions\/7477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6203"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
You do not need to be behind on your bill to request help.<\/em><\/p>\n Current Income Eligibility Table:\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n <\/a> Energy-assistance applications are processed by authorized MEAP agencies\u2014not by TCLP directly.<\/strong><\/p>\n Step 1 \u2014 Contact a Local MEAP Agency<\/strong><\/p>\n Customers in the Traverse City area can apply through the following partner:<\/p>\n Salvation Army – Traverse City<\/strong> <\/a><\/p>\n Step 2 \u2014 Gather Required Documents<\/strong><\/p>\n Most agencies will ask for:<\/p>\n Step 3 \u2014 Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/p>\n Applications may be completed:<\/p>\n Depending on your situation, MEAP agencies may be able to help with:<\/p>\n Services vary by agency and funding availability.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n TCLP Customer Service<\/strong><\/p>\n TCLP can guide you to the right resources, but applications must be completed through MEAP agencies<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n No. TCLP does not review applications or determine qualifications. All assistance decisions are made by MEAP partner agencies.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Processing times vary by agency and depend on documentation and funding availability.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n Customers who do not meet state income guidelines may still have options:<\/p>\n No. Assistance is limited by available state funding and agency capacity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n State-Mandated Michigan Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF) New: State-Mandated Energy Assistance Fee Beginning September 1st, 2025, Traverse City Light & Power (TCLP), along with all Michigan electric utilities, began collecting funds for the Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund (LIEAF). This change is required by the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) to expand funding and eligibility under […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":48,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-6203","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6203"}],"version-history":[{"count":12,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7477,"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6203\/revisions\/7477"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.tclp.org\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6203"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}<\/a><\/a><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\nHow to Apply for Assistance<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Additional State Resources\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\n
\n
Types of Assistance Available<\/strong><\/h3>\n
\n
Need Help or Have Questions?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
\n
Does TCLP determine eligibility?<\/h3>\n
How long does approval take?<\/h3>\n
What if I don\u2019t qualify for LIEAF\/MEAP?<\/h3>\n
\n
Is assistance guaranteed?<\/h3>\n
LIEAF Program Background\u00a0<\/h2>\n
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\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"