Today in Charlotte, Governor Josh Stein announced an executive order reaffirming his commitment to protect women’s reproductive freedom. The executive order directs cabinet agencies to safeguard medical privacy, ensures women receive accurate information about their pregnancies, and protects doctors providing lawful reproductive health care.
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Today, Governor Josh Stein wrote a letter asking FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to extend the Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program for eligible North Carolinians for an additional six months, through September 30, 2025, so that western North Carolinians have certainty about a safe place to live as they rebuild.
Weather forecasts suggest that conditions will slowly improve on Saturday. Measurable snowfall between 1-5 inches fell across the mountains, foothills, and into the western Piedmont overnight Friday, while sleet and freezing rain caused hazardous travel in central and eastern North Carolina, where accumulation was up to 0.15 inches.“We are very appreciative of all our first responders, DOT workers, emergency management personnel, and volunteers, as well as all the unsung heroes who work hard to keep North Carolinians safe,” said Governor Josh Stein.
Governor Josh Stein advised North Carolinians on Friday to exercise caution over the weekend as the state braces for impacts from a winter storm that will bring cold temperatures, snow, and ice to large portions of the state.
Governor Josh Stein today declared a statewide state of emergency in advance of the impending winter storm. He is urging people across North Carolina to prepare for cold temperatures, snow, and ice.
Today, Governor Josh Stein announced that he has hired six people who will play a key role in western North Carolina recovery efforts, including leaders of the newly-established Governor’s Recovery Office for Western North Carolina (GROW NC) and the new Division of Community Revitalization (DCR) within the Department of Commerce.
Governor Josh Stein today announced an executive order to temporarily waive federal limits on the amount of time drivers transporting propane and other heating fuels can be on the road, ensuring heating materials get to people in need quickly.
Today, Governor Josh Stein joined The Honorable Adrianne Todman, head of the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), in Asheville to announce two major Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) awards, totaling more than $1.65 billion.
Today, ten members of Governor Josh Stein’s cabinet were sworn into office.“My cabinet secretaries are ready to hit the ground running to make North Carolina safer and stronger,” said Governor Josh Stein. “I am grateful that this talented team has agreed to serve our state, and I look forward to working together to make our home state an even better place to live, work, and raise a family.”The following secretaries were sworn into the Governor’s Cabinet:
Governor Josh Stein yesterday traveled to Asheville to announce his first executive orders, demonstrating his commitment to urgently provide relief to people affected by Hurricane Helene as the winter months set in.Governor Stein also traveled to Swannanoa to tour damaged homes and meet with families.