Congressional Hearing on Energy Grid Reliability and Security
January 1, 2015
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The Frame
The hearing explored legislative proposals that could change how the national power grid is managed, potentially impacting energy costs and service reliability for all electricity consumers.
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Utility Companies
These companies are subject to federal reliability standards and grid security regulations discussed in the draft legislation.
Electricity Consumers
Changes to grid reliability standards may influence the cost and stability of electricity services provided to residential and commercial users.
Environmental Organizations
These groups monitor how grid policy impacts energy production methods and environmental sustainability.
Last recorded activity January 1, 2015.
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Summary
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on May 19, 2015, by the Subcommittee on Energy and Power of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- The primary subject was a discussion draft of legislation aimed at addressing energy reliability and security.
- Witnesses included representatives from federal regulatory agencies, private utility companies, and environmental advocacy groups.
- The discussion focused on the resilience of the North American electric grid against physical and cyber threats.
- The hearing record includes prepared statements from 10 witnesses and multiple members of Congress.
- The document serves as Serial No. 114-44 of the 114th Congress.
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Why It Matters
The hearing explored legislative proposals that could change how the national power grid is managed, potentially impacting energy costs and service reliability for all electricity consumers.
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Focus on Grid Security
The 2015 hearing highlights an early legislative push to integrate cybersecurity and physical security into standard grid reliability mandates.
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