FEMA Rejects North Carolina's Hurricane Aid Extension
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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein criticized FEMA's denial of a request to extend 100% federal cost-share for Hurricane Helene recovery. The initial 100% cost share for debris removal and emergency measures lasted 180 days, later reduced to 90%. Governor Stein's request for an additional 180 days at 100% was rejected, prompting his disappointment and a call for presidential reconsideration. The state can appeal within 30 days.
North Carolina Governor Josh Stein criticized FEMA's denial of a request to extend 100% federal cost-share for Hurricane Helene recovery. The initial 100% cost share for debris removal and emergency measures lasted 180 days, later reduced to 90%. Governor Stein's request for an additional 180 days at 100% was rejected, prompting his disappointment and a call for presidential reconsideration. The state can appeal within 30 days.
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