
Pushing for clean water protections in the New York State budget
March 19, 2026
Riverkeeper is excited to see proposed investments in water infrastructure to keep the Hudson River clean, as well as funding for habitat restoration, climate resilience, and supporting water quality improvement work in the Hudson Valley.
We will continue working with decisionmakers to ensure the final budget prioritizes clean water and strong environmental safeguards.
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Water quality monitoring
Riverkeeper is the go-to source for information about the quality of the water along the Hudson River and its tributaries

Protecting and restoring habitats
The Hudson River watershed is home to a breathtaking diversity of life. Protecting and restoring our aquatic habitats is critical for their renewal and for a healthy future for all life in the watershed

Strengthening protections against a changing climate
Supporting nature-based solutions to adapt to the impacts of climate change

