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flag New York demands $400M in federal heating aid delayed by shutdown, risking winter crises for 1.5 million low-income residents.

flag New York Governor Kathy Hochul is demanding the Trump administration release $400 million in federal heating aid delayed by the recent government shutdown, warning that 1.5 million low-income residents could face winter heating crises. flag Though the shutdown ended, funds remain unreleased, and HEAP applications won’t open until at least November 24. flag State officials say they’ll begin processing applications within 48 hours of receiving funds, but uncertainty persists. flag This marks the second major disruption to the program in less than a year, as freezing temperatures and rising energy costs increase risks of shutoffs. flag Advocates warn families are forced to choose between heat, food, and rent. flag The White House controls distribution of the $4.1 billion LIHEAP pool, with past patterns showing early disbursement, but delays now threaten winter relief efforts.

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