Ohio's 1981 Home Energy Assistance Program

GAO was asked to review Ohio's handling of its 1981 Low Income Energy Assistance Program. Concern had been expressed as to the delays surrounding Ohio's initial request for and receipt of Federal funds, delays in program implementation, initial use of available Federal program funds, and planned use of the remaining unexpended Federal funds. Under the Home Energy Assistance Act, the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) may make grants to States in accordance with approved plans for providing assistance to eligible households, enabling them to meet rising home energy costs.