{"id":40780,"date":"2026-07-03T16:53:08","date_gmt":"2026-07-03T16:53:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/?p=40780"},"modified":"2026-07-03T16:53:08","modified_gmt":"2026-07-03T16:53:08","slug":"governor-hochul-secures-physical-disaster-declaration-from-u-s-small-business-administration-for-homeowners-renters-and-businesses-impacted-by-severe-flooding","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/archives\/40780","title":{"rendered":"Governor Hochul secures physical disaster declaration from U.S. small business administration for homeowners, renters and businesses impacted by severe flooding"},"content":{"rendered":"

NEWYORK: Governor Kathy Hochul has secured a Physical Disaster Declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration for Queens County and the contiguous counties of Bronx, Kings, Nassau, New York and Richmond following severe flooding that resulted from storms that passed through the area on May 20, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Following this event, staff from the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services, New York City Emergency Management and the Small Business Administration conducted an in-person assessment of the damage which revealed major damage to 33 homes and 4 businesses.<\/p>\n

\u201cFlooding can be devastating and my heart goes out to those impacted by this severe weather,\u201d\u00a0Governor Hochul said.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe are fighting for every available resource to ensure the people of Queens can recover and rebuild, and this designation is vital to helping impacted homeowners, renters and business owners in this area.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cThe impact of this storm was dramatic for Queens, and this declaration will allow access to critical funding for homeowners and business owners to further help their recovery. I thank Governor Hochul for immediately pursuing this declaration and making this assistance available to all those impacted. I would also like to thank our partners at the New York City Office of Emergency Management and the SBA for their efforts immediately following the storm,\u201d said New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services Commissioner Terry O\u2019Leary.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn May, homes and businesses across New York City and parts of Long Island suffered immense flood damage. To recover from the severe flooding, homeowners and business owners can now access U.S. Small Business Administration low-interest loans to make critical repairs and replace destroyed property. I strongly supported Governor Hochul\u2019s request for these urgent federal loans to get people and businesses back on their feet following another devastating storm,\u201d said Senator Charles Schumer.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs New Yorkers continue to combat the impacts of severe weather and disaster events like the flooding that took place in May, I will continue to work to deliver this critical federal assistance for communities across the five boroughs. This physical disaster declaration will help small businesses, nonprofits, and residents repair and rebuild. I will keep pushing for funding that helps ensure New Yorkers are protected from further catastrophes,\u201d said Senator Kirsten Gillibrand.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe severe flooding on May 20 left many families and small businesses facing significant challenges, and this disaster declaration will provide critical relief to help them recover. I thank Governor Hochul for securing access to these SBA disaster loans, which will help homeowners, renters, and businesses rebuild and move forward. I encourage everyone who may be eligible to apply for this assistance, and I remain committed to working with our federal, state, and local partners to support our communities throughout the recovery process,\u201d said Representative Adriano Espaillat.<\/p>\n

\u201cGovernment means more than expressing opinions about issues; it must respond with substance and result. The communities impacted by devastating floods will be receiving a physical disaster declaration from the U.S. Small Business Administration. By doing so, homeowners will be able to receive the funds they need to start rebuilding their homes and businesses, revitalizing the community we call home. I look forward to working in my capacity as a member of the Small Business Committee to support these efforts and do whatever is necessary to ensure you receive the assistance you need to rebuild,\u201d said Representative George Latimer.<\/p>\n

“The May flooding hit Bronx families and small businesses hard, and I’m glad Governor Hochul secured this disaster declaration to get them the help they need. Bronx homeowners, renters, and business owners who sustained damage may now be eligible for low-interest SBA loans of up to $2 million. My office is here to help any constituent navigate the application process before the August 31st deadline,” said Representative Ritchie Torres.<\/p>\n

“As Ranking Member of the House Small Business Committee, I know how hard it is for a family or small business to recover after severe flooding like this. Dozens of homes and businesses across Queens and the surrounding boroughs suffered major damage, and many are still working to get back on their feet. This SBA declaration will give homeowners, renters, and entrepreneurs access to affordable capital so they can make repairs and move forward,” said Representative Nydia M. Vel\u00e1zquez.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe devastation that a business faces after flooding is impactful for many years. I have witnessed this firsthand within my district in the 2019 Halloween flood. I am grateful to hear that the Governor was able to secure funding for these businesses and look forward to working towards statewide relief for many businesses,\u201d said Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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