Nearly $1 billion is being requested of the North Carolina General Assembly by Gov. Josh Stein for help in recovery from Hurricane Helene.
The first-term Democrat said Monday he’s seeking $891 million. Economic recovery and support to businesses and local governments promoting tourism would account for $260 million, and another $239 million would bolster infrastructure including damaged schools and debris clean-up.
“Western North Carolina is coming back strong,” Stein said, “but there is much more work to do. I urge the General Assembly to pass a second round of funding so that the rebuilding and recovery efforts can continue as quickly and effectively as possible.”
The Senate’s budget proposal includes Helene funding. The House of Representatives will release its budget on Tuesday and a release from Speaker Destin Hall, R-Caldwell, late Monday said NCInnovation funding will be redirected toward Helene disaster relief and recovery.
