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AARP New York Home Heating Poll

Research Report

March 2006


This December 2005 telephone survey of likely New York voters (age 18+) explores their opinions about the rising cost of home heating and what can be done about it.

Of the 702 individuals surveyed...

  • 82 percent say they're concerned about being able to afford the cost of heating their homes this winter

  • 83 percent support the State providing low-income assistance for those who cannot afford to when Federal programs can't provide enough help

The omnibus poll was conducted by Zogby International from December 12th through 14th. Further information about the study may be obtained by contacting Katherine Bridges of AARP Knowledge Management at 202-434-6329. (2 pages)