Thom remains committed to helping North Carolinians who are still rebuilding and recovering in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene—especially as many of those who have been impacted now brace for winter weather.
This week, Thom met with Governor Stein and Senator Ted Budd to discuss ongoing recovery efforts and issued the following joint statement:
“It was a productive meeting. We are all on the same page when it comes to getting the people of Western North Carolina the assistance they need and we will continue to work together in that effort.”
Additionally, the Small Business & Entrepreneurship Committee advanced The Disaster Loan Accountability and Reform Act with bipartisan support, paving the way for consideration on the Senate floor. This legislation will enhance oversight, tighten financial controls, and eliminate wasteful spending by instituting clear reporting and budgeting standards.
As Thom put it, small businesses across Western North Carolina were hit hard by Hurricane Helene, and it’s our responsibility to ensure they have the resources to recover and rebuild.
→ Read more: Tillis, Budd disaster loan reform bill advances with bipartisan support (The Carolina Journal)
