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Read. Follow. Verify.Hearing on Modernizing and Securing the U.S. Electricity Grid
Record date · January 1, 2019
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What This Bill Does
The House Subcommittee on Energy held a hearing on July 17, 2019, to discuss the future of the nation's electricity grid. Experts and officials examined the challenges of updating aging infrastructure and protecting the grid from cybersecurity threats.
This hearing informs potential future federal policy and funding decisions regarding the reliability, security, and technological modernization of the national power grid, which affects all electricity consumers.
Who It Affects
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U.S. Electricity Consumers
The reliability and security of the national power grid directly impact the availability and cost of electricity for all residents.
Department of Energy
The agency is responsible for implementing cybersecurity and grid modernization policies discussed in the hearing.
Key Facts
- The hearing took place on July 17, 2019, in the Rayburn House Office Building.
- The session focused on the modernization and security of the U.S. electricity grid.
- Witnesses included representatives from the Department of Energy, the National Renewable Energy Laboratory, the Energy Storage Association, and 38 North Solutions.
- The hearing included formal opening statements from Chairman Conor Lamb and Ranking Member Randy Weber.
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- The record includes post-hearing responses to questions submitted to the witnesses.
- The hearing is documented as Serial No. 116-40 of the 116th Congress.
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Focus on Cybersecurity
The hearing highlights a shift toward integrating cybersecurity as a primary component of grid modernization efforts.
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