# New York Secures SBA Disaster Declaration

Governor Kathy Hochul has successfully secured a Physical Disaster Declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) for Columbia, Rensselaer, and contiguous counties in New York following severe flooding in July 2026. This declaration enables affected homeowners, renters, businesses, and non-profits to apply for low-interest disaster recovery loans to support rebuilding and recovery efforts. The SBA disaster loan program provides critical financial assistance to facilitate recovery in impacted communities, with application deadlines extending into 2027.

- **Key agencies involved:** New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES), Office of the Governor of New York, and the federal SBA
- **Why this matters:** Procurement professionals and contractors should be aware of increased demand for disaster recovery services, construction, and rebuilding projects in the affected counties
- **Actionable insights:** Companies specializing in construction, infrastructure repair, and disaster recovery financing can explore opportunities to support loan recipients and government recovery initiatives
- **Contacts for assistance:** SBA disaster loan assistance contacts and Governor's press offices provide resources for businesses seeking information or support related to the disaster declaration

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure
**Topics:** Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 26, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
- New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES)
- Office of the Governor of New York
- State of New York

### Key Quotes
> New Yorkers deserve every dollar possible to help rebuild from these devastating floods, and we are happy to have secured this source of funding.
> — Kathy Hochul, Governor

> This is a critical step on the road to recovery from this devastating storm for homeowners and small businesses.
> — Charles Schumer, Senator

### Sources
- [Governor Hochul Requests Physical Disaster Declaration From U.S. Small Business Administration for Homeowners, Renters and Businesses Impacted by July Flooding | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-requests-physical-disaster-declaration-us-small-business-administration) - NY
- [Governor Hochul Secures Physical Disaster Declaration from U.S. Small Business Administration for Homeowners, Renters and Businesses Impacted by July Flooding | Governor Kathy Hochul | New York State](https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-secures-physical-disaster-declaration-us-small-business-administration-2) - NY