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Helene Recovery Funds Flow in NC | Durham News
North Carolina just approved a major budget with $700 million dedicated to Tropical Storm Helene recovery in the western part of the state — the sixth major legislative effort since the storm hit two years ago. With $4.4 billion already committed by the state and $3.3 billion from the federal government, recovery is moving forward, though billions remain unallocated and local governments often pay upfront. Governor Stein is pushing for $10 billion in federal aid, while lawmakers fund critical repairs like bridges, dams, and water systems — now totaling over $1 billion for water infrastructure…
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