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New FEMA head denies NC request to extend 100% reimbursement for Helene damage
The need in western North Carolina remains immense — people need debris removed, homes rebuilt, and roads restored,” Gov.
FEMA denies NC Gov. Stein's request to extend 100% federal cost share for Helene recovery
In an April 11 letter, FEMA denied Gov. Josh Stein's request to extend a 100% federal cost share for recovery efforts in the wake of Helene.
NC House lawmakers pass bill banning emergency aid discrimination after FEMA Trump sign debacle
NC lawmakers have passed legislation banning discriminations in emergency relief after reports that FEMA skipped houses with Trump signs after Hurricane Milton in 2024.
Tax Day of April 15 is essentially May 1 in North Carolina
Hurricane Helene’s impact on North Carolina also extends to Tax Day, traditionally April 15 for state income tax and federal ...
White House asks for more time to review Rep. Chuck Edwards’ FEMA recommendations
Rep. Chuck Edwards canceled an April 8 press conference where he planned to unveil his recommendations to fix FEMA and boost Helene recovery.
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North Carolina's tax cut path leads to projected deficits
The state, which has cut income taxes with more cuts scheduled, is on a path to a greater than 10% budget deficit in three ...
Gov. Stein says he urges "President to reconsider FEMA’s bad decision" on Hurricane Helene relief money
GREENSBORO, N.C. — The Federal Emergency Management Agency is ending their 100 percent match for paying for Hurricane Helene ...