North Carolina H863 allocates $582 million in nonrecurring funds for Hurricane Helene recovery in Western North Carolina, targeting businesses.

North Carolina H863, the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025, allocates $582 million in nonrecurring funds to address unmet needs from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. The funds are directed towards various state agencies and programs, including $107 million to the Department of Commerce for a grant program for small businesses, $100 million for affordable housing, and $75 million for streambank stabilization. Additionally, $25 million is set aside for food banks, $20 million for artists, and $16 million for the Forest Service to prepare for fire season.

North Carolina H863 allocates $582 million in nonrecurring funds for Hurricane Helene recovery in Western North Carolina, targeting businesses.

North Carolina H863, the Disaster Recovery Act of 2025, allocates $582 million in nonrecurring funds to address unmet needs from Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. The funds are directed towards various state agencies and programs, including $107 million to the Department of Commerce for a grant program for small businesses, $100 million for affordable housing, and $75 million for streambank stabilization. Additionally, $25 million is set aside for food banks, $20 million for artists, and $16 million for the Forest Service to prepare for fire season.