FPL doubles bill-relief funding: Eligible customers could get a $200 credit

A little relief could be on the way for Florida Power Light customers trying to stretch their household budgets.FPL says it is doubling funding for its Saving Steps program from $15 million to $30 million, expanding an effort that pairs a $200 bill credit for eligible customers with practical tips to reduce energy use.The program could help households that do not typically qualify for financial assistance—including some seniors, teachers, first responders and other working families.“We understand that every dollar matters,” said Dawn Nichols, FPL’s vice president of customer service. “That’s why we’re expanding Saving Steps to help more customers today and give them practical tools that can help them use less energy over time.”Who can qualify?Saving Steps is available to eligible FPL customers whose household income is at or below their county’s United Way ALICE threshold.ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. The threshold helps identify households that earn a