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Read. Follow. Verify.House Hearing on Energy Cybersecurity and Emergency Response
Record date · January 1, 2018
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What This Bill Does
This document is a transcript of a 2018 House Subcommittee on Energy hearing regarding proposed legislation to modernize the Department of Energy's approach to cybersecurity and emergency response. The hearing included testimony from government officials, energy industry representatives, and security experts regarding four specific bills.
The hearing reviewed legislative proposals aimed at strengthening the security of the U.S. power grid and improving the Department of Energy's ability to respond to cyber threats and energy emergencies.
Who It Affects
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Department of Energy
The legislation proposes changes to the agency's authorities and responsibilities regarding energy security.
Energy Utility Companies
These companies are subject to federal cybersecurity standards and emergency response coordination protocols discussed in the legislation.
Key Facts
- The hearing was held on March 14, 2018, by the Subcommittee on Energy of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
- The hearing focused on four pieces of legislation: H.R. 5174, H.R. 5175, H.R. 5239, and H.R. 5240.
- The primary objective of the discussion was to modernize the Department of Energy's (DOE) authorities regarding cybersecurity and emergency response.
- Witnesses included representatives from the DOE, the Indiana Office of Energy Development, Idaho National Laboratory, Dominion Energy, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, and the Edison Electric Institute.
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- The hearing included a formal exchange of letters between the Committee and Secretary of Energy Rick Perry regarding DOE's energy security mission.
- The record includes submitted statements from the American Public Power Association, the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association, and Siemens Energy.
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Focus on Cybersecurity Modernization
The hearing marks a legislative push to formalize the Department of Energy's role in cybersecurity, moving beyond traditional energy production roles.
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