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Strengthening Energy Security for US Defense Facilities

This act aims to enhance the resilience of critical electric infrastructure that powers defense facilities across the United States. This will make power supplies to important military bases and other strategic locations more stable and less vulnerable to disruptions. Citizens may experience indirect benefits through increased national security and stability in the event of power outages.
Key points
The act authorizes the Secretary of Energy to enter into contracts to improve the reliability of power supply to defense facilities.
The goal is to reduce the risk of electricity supply disruptions to critical military installations.
Changes include definitions and scope of critical infrastructure, covering all US states.
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Print number: 117_HR_8053
Sponsor: Rep. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6]
Process start date: 2022-06-14
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GRID Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_8053.

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 2022-06-14.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The act authorizes the Secretary of Energy to enter into contracts to improve the reliability of power supply to defense facilities.
  • The goal is to reduce the risk of electricity supply disruptions to critical military installations.
  • Changes include definitions and scope of critical infrastructure, covering all US states.
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. Crow, Jason [D-CO-6].

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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