Reforms Target Pa. Weatherization Program Waste
Pa. House Bill proposes reforms to clean up Weatherization Assistance Program
By Melissa Daniels | PA Independent HARRISBURG — New reinforcements may be on their way to insulate Pennsylvania’s weatherization program from wasteful spending. A recent study on this program’s lack of checks and balances prompted state representatives to require new income eligibility verification for the Weatherization Assistance Programs and Low Income Heating Assistance Program. House Bill 1991 aims to deflect funds from ineligible residents, so they can reach the thousands of eligible Pennsylvanians on the waiting list. Another aspect of the measure would eliminate conflicts of interest on projects between agencies and contractors. Past problems A February special report from the Office of the Auditor General cited eligibility issues…
