Highlighting customer impact
During LIHEAP Action Day, we conducted 25 meetings with congressional representatives and staff from Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas, highlighting the direct impact of LIHEAP funding on customers. Our community action partners provided customer testimonials underscoring the critical need for the program and its benefit to low-income households.
"Our commitment goes beyond advocacy. We are taking action to ensure our customers receive the support they need," said Sandra Diggs-Miller, Entergy's vice president of consumer and advocacy programs. "Our commitment is reflected not only in our presence on Capitol Hill, but also in our ongoing efforts to provide direct assistance to our customers who need it the most."
Legislators expressed strong bipartisan support for the LIHEAP program and acknowledged its vital role in assisting low-income families. Many also recognized that current funding allocations do not fully meet the demand, leaving many households at risk.
Building on advocacy efforts
To build on the progress made during LIHEAP Day, we will continue to engage with policymakers regarding the program's impact, while strengthening partnerships with advocacy groups and stakeholders to ensure a unified voice in future funding efforts.
Access to affordable energy is a critical issue for millions of households. Entergy is committed to working with federal and local leaders to support policies that provide reliable assistance to customers in need. By continuing to advocate for LIHEAP funding, Entergy reinforces our commitment to ensuring energy security for the most vulnerable communities.
