This legislation, known as the "Restoring Access to Mountain Homes Act," expands eligibility for federal disaster reimbursement under the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assistance Act. It specifically allows State, Indian Tribal, and local governments in North Carolina to receive funds for the repair, replacement, or restoration of certain private roads and bridges damaged by Tropical Storm Helene (FEMA-4827-DR-NC). To qualify, these private roads and bridges must serve as the sole means of access to primary residences or essential community services and have been significantly damaged by the storm. Reimbursement is subject to conditions such as mandatory inspections by government officials, ensuring roads remain open for disaster recovery, and proper documentation of all costs. Governments seeking assistance must also obtain authority to perform the work and ensure compliance with all applicable State and Federal regulations for permanent repairs. The Act further addresses duplication of benefits , allowing individuals who previously received assistance for private road repair to either proceed with that aid or return it to qualify under these new provisions. Eligible costs for these repairs will be determined based on certified estimates prepared by professionally licensed engineers, which are presumed reasonable unless fraud is evident.