They may enjoy 20 to 100-percent discount on their electric bills, depending on their electricity or power consumption, through the Lifeline Rate Subsidy Program under the implementation of Republic Act No. 11552 or the Lifeline Rate Act.
Under the said law, households that have a consumption of 0-20 kilowatt-hours are entitled to a 100 percent subsidy, while those that have a consumption of 21-50 kWh can avail of a 50 percent subsidy. Those who are eligible for the program may apply at their nearest distribution utilities or electric cooperatives.
For Listahanan-identified poor households, they need to submit a certification from their local social welfare and development officers issued within six months before the filing of the application showing their family income at the time of the application, recent electricity bill, accomplished form, and any valid government-issued ID containing the signature and address of the consumer.
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