Fact Check: "Faust's manure storage reimbursement is capped at 75%, while minorities get 90%."
What We Know
The claim states that Faust's manure storage reimbursement is capped at 75% for some individuals, while minorities receive a 90% reimbursement. According to the Natural Resources Conservation Service, reimbursement rates for manure storage structures and similar agricultural practices can vary, with a maximum reimbursement rate of 75% for certain projects. The document outlines that eligible applicants may receive between 25% and 75% of "out of pocket" project costs, but does not specify any differential treatment based on race or ethnicity.
Furthermore, there is no evidence in the provided sources that indicates a specific program where minorities receive a higher reimbursement rate of 90% for manure storage or any related agricultural practices.
Analysis
The claim lacks substantiation from credible sources. The Performance and Accountability Report and the Board of Supervisors Meeting Agenda do not provide any information supporting the assertion that minorities receive a higher reimbursement rate for manure storage. The reimbursement rates mentioned in the Natural Resources Conservation Service document clearly indicate a maximum of 75% without any mention of preferential treatment based on race.
Additionally, the sources reviewed do not include any governmental or agricultural programs that differentiate reimbursement rates based on minority status. The absence of such information in official documents suggests that the claim may be based on misinformation or misunderstanding of existing policies.
Conclusion
The claim that "Faust's manure storage reimbursement is capped at 75%, while minorities get 90%" is False. The evidence from credible sources indicates that the maximum reimbursement for manure storage structures is 75% for all eligible applicants, with no indication of a higher rate for minorities. The assertion appears to be unfounded and lacks any supporting documentation.
