In this subchapter:
(1) Authority The term Authority means the Delta Regional Authority established by section
2009aa–1 of this title.
(2) Region The term region means the Lower Mississippi (as defined in section 4 of the Delta Development Act (
42 U.S.C.
3121 note ; Public Law 100460)).
(3) Federal grant program The term Federal grant program means a Federal grant program to provide assistance in
(A) acquiring or developing land;
(B) constructing or equipping a highway, road, bridge, or facility; or
(C) carrying out other economic development activities.
(4) Alabama as participating State
Notwithstanding any other provision of law, the State of Alabama shall be a full member of the Delta Regional Authority and shall be entitled to all rights and privileges that said membership affords to all other participating States in the Delta Regional Authority.