Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) announced all income-eligible households can now apply for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support with utility bill assistance for natural gas, propane and electricity. Applications expanded and will be accepted through August 15, 2025, or until funds are exhausted. The energy bill assistance program offered through Help Illinois Families will provide $226 million to eligible families to assist with natural gas, propane, electricity bills and furnace assistance. Beginning today, all income-eligible families can apply by visiting helpillinoisfamilies.com. Families can also call 1-833-711-0374 for assistance in 30 languages.