H.R. 7257 - Civic Minded

H.R. 7257

SECURE Grid Act

📅 Sep 30, 2026

Summary:

• Amends 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
• Defines "local distribution system" as any energy infrastructure owned and operated by an electric utility at a voltage of 100 kilovolts or less
• Extends authorization through 2030 (changing from 2025)

Additional Details:

• Requires State energy security plans to address physical attacks on local distribution systems and the bulk-power system, as well as cybersecurity threats to local distribution systems that may impact the bulk-power system
• Expands consultation requirements to include suppliers of equipment for the generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity
• Specifies that State submissions are not required to be approved by the Secretary

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