What This Bill Does
The SECURE Grid Act would strengthen the security and resilience of the U.S. electric grid against cyberattacks, physical attacks, and other disruptions. It is aimed at reducing the risk of blackouts and improving coordination among utilities and federal agencies.
This matters because the power grid underpins nearly everything Americans rely on: homes, hospitals, communications, banking, water systems, and transportation. A more secure grid can mean fewer outages, faster recovery after disasters, and less vulnerability to attacks that could disrupt daily life and the economy.
Who This Bill Affects
For the general public, this bill would aim to make electricity service more reliable and less vulnerable to disruption. If enacted, people could see fewer or shorter outages over time, along with stronger protections for essential services that depend on the grid.
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May 11, 2026
Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 561.
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