“New York is taking action to protect our critical water infrastructure from cyberattacks that could disrupt services and threaten public health and safety,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said. “As we have seen with recent malicious cyberattacks on water systems across multiple states, these threats are real and escalating. These investments give local governments the tools they need to strengthen their defenses, safeguard essential services, and continue delivering safe, reliable water to New Yorkers.”

SECURE grants and no cost technical assistance from the Environmental Facilities Corporation will help local governments implement the state’s new minimum cybersecurity standards for drinking water and sewer systems. The grants will fund local cybersecurity assessments and implementation, helping water systems build stronger, more secure operations. 

Cities including Kingston and Yonkers received grants, along with municipalities throughout the Hudson Valley. For a complete list of grant awards in the Hudson Valley region, visit: https://efc.ny.gov/secure-cybersecurity-grant-awards-august-2026 

Water infrastructure is essential to public health, safety, economic stability, and national security, making it an attractive target for cyberattacks. As systems increasingly rely on digital and internet connected technologies, the need for cybersecurity safeguards continues to grow. Strengthening cybersecurity helps reduce the risk of cyberattacks that could disrupt utility services for residents and threaten the water supplies that support local economies, industries, and tourism.  

The cybersecurity funding is in addition to the landmark five year, $3.75 billion clean water investment included in the 2027 Enacted Budget.