North Carolina lawmakers are scrutinizing the handling of recovery efforts from past hurricanes, specifically Hurricane Matthew in 2016 and Hurricane Florence in 2018, as the state faces challenges after Hurricane Helene. During a recent subcommittee hearing, concerns were raised about the efficiency of the recovery office amidst calls for additional funding. While Democratic Governor Roy Cooper requested $221 million for ongoing projects, Republican lawmakers were reluctant to allocate substantial sums, citing inefficiencies in the recovery process. This has left many eligible families still awaiting assistance, intensifying frustrations among lawmakers and officials.