A bill to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to require States to include supporting the physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans, and for other purposes.
This bill mandates states to enhance the security and resilience of local energy distribution systems as part of their energy security plans.
By amending the Energy Policy and Conservation Act, this bill obligates states to integrate measures into their energy security plans that bolster the physical security and cybersecurity of local energy distribution infrastructures, as well as enhance their resilience against disruptions. This includes preparing for and responding to natural disasters, cyber-attacks, and other threats that could compromise energy supply. The goal is to minimize the risk of energy outages and ensure a stable energy supply for all citizens.
- States must include strategies for physical and cybersecurity of energy distribution systems in their energy plans.
- Focuses on enhancing resilience against natural disasters, cyber-attacks, and other threats.
- Aims to ensure a stable and reliable energy supply.
- Amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act.
Who Would Be Affected
- •State governments tasked with updating energy security plans
- •Local energy distribution companies
- •Consumers relying on a stable energy supply
Potential Effects
- •Improved security and resilience of local energy distribution systems
- •Reduced risk of energy supply disruptions
- •Increased costs for states and potentially for consumers to implement security measures
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