Texas Utility Help is a program that offers financial aid to qualifying low-income homeowners and renters in Texas who need assistance in paying their utility bills. This assistance covers expenses such as electricity, gas, propane, water, and wastewater. Administered by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs (TDHCA) and funded by the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and federal Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), Texas Utility Help provides direct financial payments to utility companies on behalf of eligible households. Eligibility is determined based on household income, citizenship status, and utility disconnection risk, with priority given to those at risk of having their water services disconnected.

The application process is carried out online and requires submission of required documents including identification, citizenship proof, utility bills, and income documentation. The program also has measures in place to report and prevent fraud, waste, and abuse. While specific eligibility requirements and limitations apply, Texas Utility Help serves as a vital resource for those in need of financial assistance for their utility bills.