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Strengthening US Power Grid: Protection Against Attacks and Natural Disasters

This act aims to enhance the security of electricity supply in the US. It establishes a program to protect the power grid from physical and cyber attacks, as well as extreme weather events. Citizens can expect more stable power supply and faster restoration in case of outages.
Key points
Establishing reserves of critical equipment, like transformers, to quickly restore power after an outage.
Supporting domestic manufacturing of essential power grid components, potentially creating jobs.
Requiring fair wages for workers on projects funded by this act.
Investing in new technologies to make the power grid more resilient to damage.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_HR_6779
Sponsor: Rep. Lamb, Conor [D-PA-17]
Process start date: 2022-02-18
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GRID Act of 2022

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6779.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-02-18.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Establishing reserves of critical equipment, like transformers, to quickly restore power after an outage.
  • Supporting domestic manufacturing of essential power grid components, potentially creating jobs.
  • Requiring fair wages for workers on projects funded by this act.
  • Investing in new technologies to make the power grid more resilient to damage.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Lamb, Conor [D-PA-17].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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