Press Releases

Governor Cooper Surveys Storm Damage in Polk County, Joins First Lady of the United States Jill Biden in Asheville as Unprecedented Response to Helene Continues

Today, Governor Cooper visited Green River Cove in Polk County to assess storm damage to the Green River and surrounding areas, meet with local officials and speak with those impacted by the storm.

Governor Cooper Signs One Bill Into Law

Today, Governor Roy Cooper signed the following bill into law:

Governor Cooper Issues Executive Order to Ease DMV Requirements and Fee Collections for Western North Carolinians in Aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Yesterday, Governor Roy Cooper issued an Executive Order focused on easing requirements and fee collections for North Carolinians related to the Division of Motor Vehicles (DMV) in counties impacted by Hurricane Helene.

Governor Cooper Attends North Carolina State Fair, Highlights Western North Carolina Businesses

Today, Governor Roy Cooper visited the North Carolina State Fair.

North Carolina Railroad Company Secures $105.6 Million for Transformational Rail Improvements

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced that the North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) has been awarded a $105 million grant from the U.S.

Governor Cooper Proposes $3.9 Billion in State Funding to Spur Hurricane Helene Relief and Recovery

Less than a month after Hurricane Helene hit Western North Carolina, Governor Roy Cooper today shared a state budget recommendation to help rebuild stronger to withstand future storms.

Governor Cooper Announces Environmental Justice Advisory Council Report Outlining Dozens of Recommendations to Advance Environmental Justice in North Carolina

Today, Governor Roy Cooper announced the release of the Governor's Environmental Justice Advisory Council report, representing a significant step towards addressing Environmental Justice (EJ) concerns in North Carolina.

Governor Cooper Urges Western North Carolinians to Enroll in Disaster Supplement Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) as Relief Efforts Continue

As relief efforts continue in Western North Carolina, Governor Cooper is encouraging Western North Carolinians affected by Hurricane Helene to enroll in

Response and Recovery Efforts in Western North Carolina

After Hurricane Helene, North Carolina continues leading a robust response and recovery with the support of federal, local, and non-profit partners.

Governor Cooper Visits Community Care Station in Buncombe County with FEMA Administrator Criswell

Today, Governor Roy Cooper traveled to Buncombe County with FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell and visited a Community Care Station to speak with volunteers and give an update on relief efforts in Western North Carolina.