Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP)
Maine Public Utilities Commission
Monthly electric bill discount of up to 30% for low-income CMP and Versant Power customers. Tiered discounts based on income level. Contact your utility company or local Community Action Agency to apply.
Who can use this?
Available to CMP and Versant Power customers with household income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. Automatically eligible if enrolled in HEAP. Contact your utility company or local Community Action Agency to apply.
About this resource
The Low-Income Assistance Program (LIAP) provides a monthly discount on electric bills for qualifying low-income customers of Central Maine Power (CMP) and Versant Power. The discount is tiered based on income level. Households at or below 150% of the federal poverty level receive the largest discount (up to 30% off delivery and supply rates). The program is expanding automatic enrollment in 2026 so all eligible households are enrolled.
Services offered
- Monthly electric bill discount (up to 30% off)
- Tiered discounts based on income level
- Automatic enrollment expanding in 2026
- Can be combined with HEAP and other energy assistance
What to expect
Contact your electric company (CMP or Versant Power) or your local Community Action Agency to apply. If you're already receiving HEAP benefits, you may be automatically enrolled. The discount appears on your monthly electric bill.
What to bring
Proof of income or proof of HEAP enrollment.