A state lawmaker representing parts of North Carolina affected by Hurricane Helene has raised concerns about regulations set by the state's Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) that could hinder recovery efforts. State Rep. Jake Johnson highlighted existing rules that may impede rebuilding after the storm, particularly those related to debris removal and proximity to rivers for development.
Johnson suggested temporarily suspending certain regulations to facilitate cleanup and rebuilding efforts in the storm-affected areas. He expressed intentions by the GOP-held general assembly to roll back regulations perceived as obstacles to recovery.
