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NC lawmakers react as FEMA scales back Hurricane Helene aid
FEMA recently denied an appeal to extend its cost-sharing program for Hurricane Helene recovery.
NORTH CAROLINA, USA — Lawmakers are responding to FEMA’s decision to scale back its support following Hurricane Helene. FEMA recently denied an appeal to extend its cost-sharing program for Hurricane Helene recovery.
Republican Congressman Chuck Edwards represents Asheville.
In a statement to WFMY News 2, he said: “I’m pleased that President Trump has provided North Carolina with a 90 percent cost share, 15 percent above the typical federal contribution, in addition to giving us a more nimble and responsive FEMA. I’m also maintaining contact with senior officials in the White House to keep the focus on our recovery.”
Meanwhile, several Democratic leaders had a different reaction.
In a portion of Governor Josh Stein’s statement, he said: “We continue to ask President Trump to respond favorably to the state’s appeal for 100% FEMA reimbursement. This is a critical part of the state’s successful recovery. If not, North Carolina taxpayers will be responsible for a portion of the cost to remove the remaining debris, which could total hundreds of millions of dollars.”
State Representative Pricey Harrison said she also disagrees with the decision.