American Rescue Plan Budget Recommendations Governor Cooper's American Rescue Plan Budget Recommendations Overview presentation of recommendations (May 20, 2021) Recommendations by Section Introduction and Summary Assisting Individuals and Families Hardest Hit Upgrading Infrastructure Preparing the Workforce Promoting Business Development and Innovation Positioning Government to Best Serve North Carolinians Special Provisions and Other Federal Funds Related Content See also, Governor Cooper's budget recommendations for FY 2021-23.