What does Preamble of International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act do?

This bill is formally titled 'To establish an international strategy for AI research and development to improve outdated electrical grids, and for other purposes.'

What does SHORT TITLE. of International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act do?

This bill is formally titled the International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act.

What does FINDINGS; SENSE OF CONGRESS. of International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act do?

This section establishes findings regarding challenges facing electrical grids worldwide, including aging infrastructure, growing energy demands, and climate-related risks. The section notes that many electrical grids lack resilience and flexibility to withstand disruptions. It identifies escalating cyber attack threats targeting electrical grid infrastructure. The section highlights Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a transformative opportunity to modernize electrical grids. International collaboration is recognized as important for research, development, and deployment of AI technologies. The section asserts that advancing these innovations is vital for energy security, climate adaptation, global economic development, public health, and national security. Congress expresses the sense that the United States should engage with international organizations to coordinate AI applications for secure, resilient, and sustainable advanced energy technologies.

What does INTERNATIONAL STRATEGY FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENERGY GRID of International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act do?

This section directs the Secretary of State to develop and implement an international strategy for advancing AI-enabled technologies to modernize and enhance the resilience of electrical grids worldwide. The strategy aims to strengthen partnerships with countries, institutions, and private sector stakeholders to modernize and digitalize electrical grids. Key objectives include accelerating the development and deployment of AI-enabled grid technologies to improve reliability, enhance resilience, and integrate renewable energy resources. The strategy also focuses on promoting equitable access to grid modernization tools in developing and vulnerable regions. Workforce development and technical training related to AI, cybersecurity, and smart-grid operations are also components of the strategy. The Secretary of State is authorized to support programs, projects, and activities that facilitate international research partnerships, promote demonstration of AI-enabled grid management systems, and encourage public-private partnerships. The Secretary of State is directed to seek cooperative agreements with allied and partner countries to support joint research and technology transfer, provided such agreements do not involve classified information or military-specific AI systems.

What does REPORT. of International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act do?

This section requires the Secretary of State to submit an annual report to the House and Senate Foreign Affairs Committees. The report must describe progress in implementing a strategy developed under section 3. The report must include details on partnerships, research activities, pilot project outcomes, and cybersecurity advancements. Specific areas of focus include workforce development, renewable energy integration, and international cooperation. The report should also address challenges encountered and provide recommendations for improvement. Metrics evaluating changes in electrical grid resilience are to be included, if data is available.

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International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act

Last updated: 2/25/2026 · Introduced: 2/25/2026

Author: Pablo Hernández (D-PR)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill directs the Secretary of State to create an international strategy for using artificial intelligence (AI) to modernize and improve the resilience of electrical grids globally.
The strategy aims to foster partnerships, accelerate AI technology development, and promote equitable access to grid modernization tools, particularly in developing regions.
The Secretary of State must annually report to Congress on the strategy's progress, including partnerships, research, cybersecurity advancements, and grid resilience metrics.

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