SIOUX CITY, Iowa (KCAU) -- At a time when cold weather is affecting all of us, the government shutdown continues to impact a program that helps low-income individuals pay for heat.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program, commonly referred to as LIHEAP, is known for assisting renters and homeowners with their heating costs.
LIHEAP, a program that helps renters and homeowners cover their heating costs, is experiencing delays in distributing funding to those who need it.
Applications are still being processed, but administrators are unsure when they will receive their full funding back.
The state has confirmed that funds for the program have been sent by the federal government, so payments for those who need them should be coming soon.
The executive director of Community Action Agency of Siouxland, Jane Logan, said that state officials in Iowa worked with them to keep the funding accessible regarding the application process, and hopes that delays on the aid won't be much longer.
"We have not received any funding to actually give to the vendors. But we do have funding to continue to take applications," said Logan. "I know it causes some people anxiety, but I would really like to reassure people we know those payments will be coming."
Applications officially opened for everyone on November 1 and will be open until April 30. Anyone interested in applying can click here. If you are in the area served by the Community Action Agency of Siouxland, you can call them at 712-274-1610 for more information or to schedule an appointment either over the phone or in person.