White House launches water cybersecurity pilot in Texas
Texas Governor Greg Abbott gives a thumbs up to supporters before ringing the closing bell to celebrate the grand opening of NYSE Texas on August 27, 2026 in Dallas, Texas. Ron Jenkins/Getty Images
ByDavid DiMolfetta,
Cybersecurity Reporter, Nextgov/FCW
August 31, 2026 10:52 AM ET
Project Watershed 250 will stress-test utilities over six months and could serve as a model for protecting water providers nationwide.
The Trump administration is formally launching a new water sector cybersecurity program Monday in San Antonio that will bring together the Office of the National Cyber Director, Texas Cyber Command, the office of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott and private industry partners, according to two people familiar with the efforts.
The people spoke on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to discuss the plans.
The initiative, dubbed Project Watershed 250, will...
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