Tree Assistance Program payments in York County, Maine totaled $25,389 from 1995-2023.
Congressional Districts in York County, Maine Receiving Tree Assistance Program payments, 1995-2023
| Rank | District | Tree Assistance Program 1995-2023 | Pct of Total | Running Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2nd District of Maine (Rep. Jared Golden) | $28,967 | 14.1% | 14.1% |
| 2 | 1st District of Maine (Rep. Chellie Pingree) | $25,389 | 12.3% | 26.4% |
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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