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Boosting energy security and resilience for critical US defense facilities

This Act aims to enhance the security and resilience of electric infrastructure vital for US defense facilities. It grants the Secretary of Energy authority to enter into contracts to improve energy supply and reduce the vulnerability of military bases and other strategic sites to power disruptions. While focused on defense infrastructure, these improvements contribute to the overall stability of the power grid, indirectly benefiting the energy security of all citizens.
Key points
New Authority for Energy Secretary: Allows entering into contracts to improve the security and resilience of defense critical electric infrastructure.
Objective: To reduce the vulnerability of critical defense facilities to disruptions in energy supply.
Expanded Scope: The legal changes extend the definition of critical infrastructure to include all states, moving beyond the previous limitation of the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia.
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Print number: 118_S_4719
Sponsor: Sen. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV]
Process start date: 2024-07-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

GRID Act of 2024

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_S_4719.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-07-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • New Authority for Energy Secretary: Allows entering into contracts to improve the security and resilience of defense critical electric infrastructure.
  • Objective: To reduce the vulnerability of critical defense facilities to disruptions in energy supply.
  • Expanded Scope: The legal changes extend the definition of critical infrastructure to include all states, moving beyond the previous limitation of the 48 contiguous states and the District of Columbia.
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. Cortez Masto, Catherine [D-NV].

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 2025-12-26.

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