Protecting the Power Grid: Banning Risky Foreign Equipment in Critical Infrastructure.
This law aims to protect the nation's most vital electric infrastructure, especially facilities crucial for defense, from foreign threats. It bans the use of high-voltage equipment (like large transformers and circuit breakers) sourced from or controlled by foreign adversaries if that equipment poses a catastrophic risk to the power grid. This measure is designed to prevent major power outages and ensure the stability of essential services for all citizens.
Key points
New rules prohibit power companies from buying or installing critical high-voltage equipment (69 kV and above) if it originates from or is influenced by foreign adversaries.
The goal is to secure the electric grid supporting critical defense facilities, reducing the risk of large-scale, catastrophic power failures.
The Secretary of Energy must identify existing risky equipment already in use and develop plans for its replacement or isolation to enhance national security.
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