Helene: Governor requests $891M in relief package

(The Center Square) – 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.