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 100-460)).

(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