U.S. Senators Chuck Schumer and Kirsten Gillibrand announced that $13,100,000 in federal funding has been secured for Rockland County projects as part of the Fiscal Year 2026 Consolidated Appropriations bill.

The funding was originally allocated in the House by Congressman Mike Lawler and subsequently passed by the U.S. Senate before being signed into law.

While nearly $30 million was directed to projects throughout the Hudson Valley, Rockland County’s share totals $13.1 million and focuses primarily on transportation improvements, pedestrian safety, public safety training, and transit upgrades.

Rockland County Funding Breakdown:

$5,000,000 – Town of Ramapo Streetscape Improvements
Funding will support pedestrian safety measures including traffic signals, turning lanes, sidewalks, and walking paths to improve safety for motorists and pedestrians.

$4,000,000 – Village of New Square Road Infrastructure Improvements
Funds will be used to upgrade NYS Route 45 and surrounding village roads, including widening, paving, traffic flow enhancements, and pedestrian safety improvements.

$2,600,000 – Rockland County Sheriff’s Office Public Safety & Crime Prevention Initiative
This allocation will fund construction of a new reality-based training facility featuring scenario-based environments such as a simulated school, bank, retail store, courtroom, jail cell, hotel room, restaurant, and additional crime-scene training areas to enhance countywide law enforcement preparedness.

$1,000,000 – Kaser Bus Transit
Funding will assist Rockland County and the Village of Kaser in purchasing new buses to maintain uninterrupted local transit operations.

$500,000 – Town of Ramapo Ready Transit Program
This investment will help offset startup costs for Ramapo’s Ready Transit initiative, supporting expanded and sustainable transportation options for residents.

Officials say the funding represents a significant federal investment in Rockland County infrastructure and public safety, addressing ongoing growth and community needs.