Fix FEMA? N.C. congressman talks about Helene and reforming the federal agency

FEMA’s denial to western North Carolina appealed

(The Center Square) – FEMA’s denial of a 180-day extension of the 100% cost share for Hurricane Helene costs eligible under the Stafford Act has been appealed.

Tillis proposes streamlining relief for small businesses impacted by Helene

US Sen. Thom Tillis, R-NC, has introduced two pieces of legislation that would provide relief to small businesses as they recover from Hurricane Helene’s devastation. “Western North Carolina’s small businesses are still reeling from the devastation of Helene, and we have a responsibility to help them rebuild stronger than before,” said Tillis in a press release. “These commonsense bills give business owners the tools they need, including greater…

Brian Tyler Cohen claimed on X that Trump "denied North Carolina’s request for FEMA relief from Hurricane Helene." A request was rejected, but Cohen’s statement leaves out that FEMA is still funding 90% of relief.

Brian Tyler Cohen claimed on X that Trump "denied North Carolina’s request for FEMA relief from Hurricane Helene." Cohen’s claim is partially accurate — a request for relief was rejected — but leaves out the important detail that FEMA is still funding 90% of relief.

Fix FEMA? N.C. congressman talks about Helene and reforming the federal agency

Among the actions White House officials told Edwards they’d make was speeding up the payments to local governments and his constituents.

FEMA stops matching 100% of Helene recovery funds in North Carolina

Acting FEMA administrator Cameron Hamilton announced on April 11 that the federal government will stop matching 100% of Hurricane Helene recovery funds, reducing the amount to 90%. This move could cost upwards of $200 million, according to the Governor’s office.  Gov. Josh Stein released the following statement on FEMA’s decision to deny North Carolina an extension of the 100% match on recovery funds. “Today, I learned that FEMA refused our requ…