Those states are Mississippi, Texas, Louisiana, Alabama, Florida, California, and Alaska. All of these programs have statewide impact, Clark said. About 80 percent of the total amount would be sent to Mississippi where state, local and private conservation groups would make spending decisions, Clark said. The remainder of the funds would be targeted for specific uses by Congress. The Congress has shown good judgment in recognizing that fact.
Support is strongest in the South and South Central regions of the country.