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Power And Security Systems (PASS) Act
4/7/2025, 3:08 PM
Summary of Bill S 190
The Power And Security Systems (PASS) Act, also known as Bill 115 s 190, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main goal of this bill is to enhance the security and reliability of power systems in the United States.
The PASS Act focuses on several key areas related to power and security systems. One of the main provisions of the bill is to establish a voluntary program for the certification of security measures in power systems. This program would be overseen by the Department of Energy and would aim to ensure that power systems are protected from cyber threats and other security risks.
Additionally, the PASS Act includes provisions to improve coordination between federal agencies and private sector entities in responding to security incidents in power systems. This would help to ensure a more effective and coordinated response to any threats or attacks on the nation's power infrastructure. Overall, the PASS Act is aimed at strengthening the security and reliability of power systems in the United States. By establishing a voluntary certification program and improving coordination between federal agencies and private sector entities, this bill seeks to enhance the protection of the nation's critical infrastructure.
The PASS Act focuses on several key areas related to power and security systems. One of the main provisions of the bill is to establish a voluntary program for the certification of security measures in power systems. This program would be overseen by the Department of Energy and would aim to ensure that power systems are protected from cyber threats and other security risks.
Additionally, the PASS Act includes provisions to improve coordination between federal agencies and private sector entities in responding to security incidents in power systems. This would help to ensure a more effective and coordinated response to any threats or attacks on the nation's power infrastructure. Overall, the PASS Act is aimed at strengthening the security and reliability of power systems in the United States. By establishing a voluntary certification program and improving coordination between federal agencies and private sector entities, this bill seeks to enhance the protection of the nation's critical infrastructure.
Current Status of Bill S 190
Bill S 190 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since January 23, 2017. Bill S 190 was introduced during Congress 115 and was introduced to the Senate on January 23, 2017. Bill S 190's most recent activity was Became Public Law No: 115-78. as of November 2, 2017
Bipartisan Support of Bill S 190
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
0Democrat Cosponsors
0Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 190
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyComments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 190
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