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Strengthening US Energy Security: New Roles for Department of Energy

This bill enhances the government's ability to respond to energy crises and threats to energy supply security. This means that in the event of outages, cyberattacks, or other power/fuel supply issues, the government will be better prepared to quickly restore normal operations, directly impacting citizens' daily stability.
Key points
The Department of Energy is assigned new, clear responsibilities for responding to energy emergencies, cyberattacks, and infrastructure threats.
State, local, and Tribal governments, as well as energy sector entities, will be able to request federal technical assistance and support for energy security threats, risks, and incidents.
The act aims to ensure more stable and secure energy supplies for all citizens, minimizing the risk of service disruptions.
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Print number: 117_S_2302
Sponsor: Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY]
Process start date: 2021-06-24
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill to amend the Department of Energy Organization Act to assign certain functions to the Assistant Secretaries of Energy relating to energy emergencies and energy security, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_S_2302.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-06-24.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The Department of Energy is assigned new, clear responsibilities for responding to energy emergencies, cyberattacks, and infrastructure threats.
  • State, local, and Tribal governments, as well as energy sector entities, will be able to request federal technical assistance and support for energy security threats, risks, and incidents.
  • The act aims to ensure more stable and secure energy supplies for all citizens, minimizing the risk of service disruptions.
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 Sen. Barrasso, John [R-WY].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Introduced in Senate

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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