Miscellaneous Disaster Programs payments in Simpson County, Kentucky totaled $1.1 million in 2023
Congressional Districts in Simpson County, Kentucky Receiving Miscellaneous Disaster Programs payments, 2023
| Rank | District | Miscellaneous Disaster Programs 2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1st District of Kenucky (Rep. James Comer) | $7,349,490 | 32.4% | 32.4% |
| 2 | 2nd District of Kenucky (Rep. Brett Guthrie) | $546,309 | 2.4% | 34.8% |
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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