The new funding proposal includes $260 million for economic recovery, $239 million for infrastructure repairs, and $113 million for housing assistance, addressing critical post-Hurricane Helene needs.

Additionally, $105 million is earmarked for agricultural support, $23 million for combating food insecurity, and $152 million for state matching of federal disaster programs.

Federal assistance has also played a crucial role, with over $1.4 billion from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and more than $700 million from FEMA allocated for immediate recovery efforts.

Among the allocations, $40 million will assist with utility, rental, and mortgage support to prevent homelessness, while $15 million is designated for tourism promotion and business adaptation initiatives.

On May 19, 2025, North Carolina Governor Josh Stein proposed an additional $891 million for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts in Western North Carolina, highlighting increased needs identified during initial relief operations.

This funding proposal comes as state lawmakers work on a two-year budget totaling $32.6 billion for the fiscal year starting July 1, 2025, and $33.3 billion for the following year, with the Senate's plan already approved.

Local governments facing financial challenges will receive $40 million for revenue replacement, and $37 million is allocated for wildfire prevention and response efforts.

The funding also aims to support community colleges in the affected areas, with $23 million designated to combat food insecurity and assist students.

To further support recovery, a $55 million infrastructure grant program has been launched, allowing local governments to apply for funding for essential public infrastructure projects.

Stein has called for reforms to FEMA, advocating for improvements to the agency's response capabilities rather than its dissolution, amidst ongoing discussions about disaster recovery effectiveness.

The full budget proposal is available for public review online, ensuring transparency as negotiations begin to incorporate the funding into the state budget.

Stein emphasized the importance of preventing layoffs in local governments through grants to maintain essential services, as local economies heavily rely on tourism.