Emergency Conservation Program payments in Kentucky totaled $342,379 in 2012
Congressional Districts in Kentucky Receiving Emergency Conservation Program payments, 2012
| Rank | District | Emergency Conservation Program 2012 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4th District of Kenucky (Rep. Thomas Massie) | $91,583 | 26.7% | 26.7% |
| 2 | 1st District of Kenucky (Rep. James Comer) | $13,520 | 3.9% | 30.7% |
| 3 | 5th District of Kenucky (Rep. Harold Rogers) | $5,306 | 1.5% | 32.2% |
NOTE: Not all recipients were able to be placed into Congressional Districts so the District total may not total 100%. Nationally 96% of all program monies were designated into a Congressional District
Source: Environmental Working Group. Compiled from USDA data.
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