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NC Governor Josh Stein Calls for Nearly $800 Million for Hurricane Helene Recovery
Stein seeks $792 million to unlock federal funds and address infrastructure, housing, and business support, noting only 29% of $60 billion in estimated needs have been funded.
- On Thursday, Governor Josh Stein called on the General Assembly to approve $792 million in additional funding for Hurricane Helene recovery, targeting infrastructure, housing, and small business support across western North Carolina.
- It has been 18 months since the September 2024 storm caused about $60 billion in damage, and while 99% of drinking water systems are restored, significant needs remain for residents still lacking stable housing.
- The proposal allocates $452 million to unlock federal disaster funds, $230 million for local infrastructure and debris removal, and $82 million for forgivable small business loans and tourism promotion.
- Stein urged lawmakers to pass the funding before the April 21 legislative session begins, though Republican leadership has previously been reluctant to provide requested funds, opting instead for smaller spending bills.
- While $4.6 billion in federal funds remains unreleased, the governor's office emphasizes that roughly 600 applicants in recovery programs continue facing challenges rebuilding their lives.
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Stein seeks $792M more for Helene recovery in N.C.
Josh Stein is urging lawmakers to approve $792 million in additional funding for Hurricane Helene recovery, including money to unlock federal aid and repair infrastructure. With total damages estimated near $60 billion, officials say significant gaps remain as the state continues rebuilding efforts 18 months after the storm.
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