Tree Assistance Program payments in Charlotte County, Florida totaled $1,318 in 2023
Congressional Districts in Charlotte County, Florida Receiving Tree Assistance Program payments, 2023
| Rank | District | Tree Assistance Program 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 17th District of Florida (Rep. W. Gregory Steube) | $335,761 | 15.5% | 15.5% |
| 2 | 18th District of Florida (Rep. Brian Mast) | $273,454 | 12.6% | 28.2% |
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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