What does Preamble of SECURE Grid Act do?

This bill amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. It requires states to include supporting the physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems in State energy security plans. The bill's purpose is to address energy security concerns related to local distribution systems.

What does SHORT TITLE. of SECURE Grid Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Securing Community Upgrades for a Resilient Grid Act

What does CONSIDERATION OF THE SECURITY OF LOCAL DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS IN of SECURE Grid Act do?

This section amends Section 366 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act (42 U.S.C. 6326) to address the security of local distribution systems within state energy security plans. The definition of 'local distribution system' is established as any energy infrastructure owned and operated by an electric utility at a voltage of 100 kilovolts or less. State energy security plans must now address potential hazards to each energy sector, including physical threats (like weather and physical attacks on local distribution systems) and cybersecurity vulnerabilities. Plans must also provide a risk mitigation approach to enhance reliability and resilience. Eligibility requirements for states are modified, establishing a submission requirement and clarifying that submissions do not require Secretary approval. The section mandates, rather than allows, certain actions. The amendments include local distribution systems in considerations related to electric utilities. This section is set to expire on September 30, 2031.

What does GAO REPORT. of SECURE Grid Act do?

This section requires a report on the efficacy of State energy security plans. The report must be submitted by the Comptroller General to the Committee on Energy and Commerce and the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources by September 30, 2030. The report includes evaluations, recommendations, and information on Federal financial assistance and State activities.

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SECURE Grid Act

Last updated: 3/24/2026 · Introduced: 3/24/2026

Author: Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV)

TL;DR (AI)

This bill amends the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to require states to incorporate the physical security, cybersecurity, and resilience of local distribution systems into their energy security plans.
The legislation defines 'local distribution system' as energy infrastructure operated by electric utilities at 100 kilovolts or less, and mandates plans address potential hazards and provide risk mitigation approaches.
It mandates a report by the Government Accountability Office (GAO) evaluating the effectiveness of state energy security plans, including federal financial assistance and state activities.

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