Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. | Michigan.gov
Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer. | Michigan.gov
About 210,000 Michigan households will receive a one-time payment credit toward their heating bill in an effort by the state to help them save money for other expenses.
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced that the recipients had previously received home heating credits for the 2021 tax year, according to a news release from the office of Michigan's Democratic governor.
"No one should have to choose between keeping the heat on or paying for other essentials like rent, prescription medication or groceries, but far too many Michiganders face those kinds of choices," Whitmer said in the release. "That’s why I’m proud to announce more relief from our home heating credit, which will keep families warm by covering heating costs.
"As we enter colder months, these extra dollars back in people’s pockets will save families money and help them meet their basic needs," she added. "I’ll work with anyone to save people money and ensure they have access to the basics that we all deserve."
Applications for the home heating credit can be sent during next year’s tax filing season with this year's recipients eligible for a $575 or $380 credit depending on their household.
“The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services [MDHHS] is pleased to work with our partners at the Michigan Department of Treasury so that Michigan residents can have easy access to this additional home heating credit,” MDHHS Director Elizabeth Hertel said in the release. “These payments will allow families to spend more of their money on other necessities such as food in addition to ensuring they can pay their utility bills.”
Any resident who needs information on heating assistance, or other emergency relief can visit the MDHHS website.
"The Michigan Department of Treasury has processed all payments and the checks have been sent through the U.S. Postal Service,” said Michigan Treasurer Rachael Eubanks. "If you already received a home heating credit payment this year, no further action is required. A payment should be headed to your mailbox soon.”
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