Press Releases

Governor Stein On FEMA Extending Temporary Housing Program

Governor Josh Stein released the following statement regarding FEMA’s decision to extend its Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program for two months, through May 26, 2025:

Governor Stein, NC Department of Commerce Announce Expansion Of Temporary Recovery Jobs, Training for Residents of 39 Helene-Impacted Counties

Residents of 39 counties may now apply to participate in the temporary jobs program that puts North Carolinians to work on recovery efforts in areas affected by Hurricane Helene, N.C. Department of Commerce Secretary Lee Lilley announced today.

Op-Ed for MLK Weekend Publication from Governor Stein: The Time Is Always Right To Do What Is Right

Every year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day gives us the chance to honor the life and legacy of a remarkable leader.

Governor Josh Stein Urges FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell to Grant Six-Month Extension of Transitional Sheltering Assistance Program

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 ab

Governor Josh Stein Announces Executive Order Protecting Women’s Reproductive Freedom & Privacy

Today in Charlotte, Governor Josh Stein announced an executive order reaffirming his commitment to protect women’s reproductive freedom.

Governor Stein Urges Caution on Slick Roads as Winter Storm Departs North Carolina

(RALEIGH) Weather forecasts suggest that conditions will slowly improve on Saturday.

Governor Stein, State Leaders Urge Preparation and Caution as Winter Storm System Arrives

(RALEIGH) -- 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 Stein Declares State of Emergency, Urges Preparation in Advance of Winter Storm

(RALEIGH) 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.

Governor Josh Stein Announces Executive Order to Keep North Carolina Warm

(RALEIGH) 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.  

Governor Josh Stein Announces Members of Western North Carolina Recovery Team

(RALEIGH) 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 Revitalizat