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Southern states were far more likely to use SLFRF for infrastructure projects: State and local government SLFRF spending on infrastructure by region
| Region | Share of total allocation obligated for water, sewer, and broadband infrastructure by state governments | Share obligated by local governments |
|---|---|---|
| Mid- Atlantic | 3.7% | 9.3% |
| Midwest | 15.9% | 7.9% |
| New England | 9.2% | 5.9% |
| South | 34.1% | 12.4% |
| West | 18.1% | 9.5% |
| Total | 19.3% | 9.5% |
Source: EPI analysis of U.S. Treasury Department data (Treasury 2025).
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