Strengthening Electric Grid Cybersecurity: Investments and Support
This act aims to enhance the security of electricity supply by encouraging energy companies to invest in modern cybersecurity technologies. Citizens may experience greater stability and reliability of power supply, as systems will be better protected against cyberattacks. Additionally, smaller energy companies will receive financial and technical support to improve their security measures.
Key points
Energy companies will receive financial incentives to invest in advanced technologies protecting the grid from cyberattacks.
Smaller, rural, and municipal electric utilities will receive grants and technical assistance to improve their cybersecurity systems.
The changes aim to increase the resilience of the electric grid to threats, leading to more stable power supplies for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_1400
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-04-28