New North Carolina Democratic Gov. Josh Stein told lawmakers during his first State of the State address that he wants a Hurricane Helene aid bill on his desk and seeks to help make living expenses affordable across the state.

After eight years, a new governor will be at the podium to share the North Carolina State of the State address Wednesday night.

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) — North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein delivered his very first State of the State address on Wednesday evening. Stein began his speech speaking on the efforts to revitalize western North Carolina following the devastation from Hurricane Helene.