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Municipalities in the Capital Region of New York are set to receive a share of nearly $220 million in federal funding. The funding, provided by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through its FY2024 Homeland Security Grant Program, is intended to support counterterrorism and emergency preparedness efforts across the state. The areas set to benefit from the funds include the City of Albany, Albany County, the City of Schenectady, Schenectady County, and Saratoga, Rensselaer, Warren, and Washington counties.
Governor Kathy Hochul announced the funding, stating that the government is prepared to deal with threats that could impact New Yorkers. "New York State boasts the strongest and most capable emergency preparedness forces in the nation, and thanks to this federal funding we are making sure we have the best resources available to protect our communities," Governor Hochul said.
The funding will be used to support regional homeland security preparedness efforts, including planning, organization, equipment, training, and exercise activities. These activities are critical to sustaining and improving community prevention, protection, response, and recovery capabilities. The New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services will manage these programs in close coordination with local stakeholders.