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To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to direct the Secretary of Energy to submit to Congress a report containing an assessment of any physical or cybersecurity incidents to a storage facility or a related facility of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
2/5/2024, 2:30 PM
Summary of Bill HR 4859
Bill 118 hr 4859, also known as the "Strategic Petroleum Reserve Physical and Cybersecurity Assessment Act," aims to amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act. The bill directs the Secretary of Energy to submit a report to Congress that assesses any physical or cybersecurity incidents that may occur at a storage facility or related facility of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is a critical component of the United States' energy security, holding emergency supplies of crude oil to be used in the event of a disruption in oil supplies. Given the importance of this reserve, it is crucial to ensure that the facilities storing this oil are secure from both physical and cyber threats.
The report required by this bill will provide Congress with valuable information on any incidents that may have occurred at these facilities, allowing for a better understanding of the potential vulnerabilities and risks. By assessing and addressing these threats, the United States can better protect its energy infrastructure and ensure the continued availability of emergency oil supplies. Overall, the "Strategic Petroleum Reserve Physical and Cybersecurity Assessment Act" seeks to enhance the security of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve facilities and safeguard the nation's energy security.
The Strategic Petroleum Reserve is a critical component of the United States' energy security, holding emergency supplies of crude oil to be used in the event of a disruption in oil supplies. Given the importance of this reserve, it is crucial to ensure that the facilities storing this oil are secure from both physical and cyber threats.
The report required by this bill will provide Congress with valuable information on any incidents that may have occurred at these facilities, allowing for a better understanding of the potential vulnerabilities and risks. By assessing and addressing these threats, the United States can better protect its energy infrastructure and ensure the continued availability of emergency oil supplies. Overall, the "Strategic Petroleum Reserve Physical and Cybersecurity Assessment Act" seeks to enhance the security of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve facilities and safeguard the nation's energy security.
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Current Status of Bill HR 4859
Bill HR 4859 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4859 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the House on July 25, 2023. Bill HR 4859's most recent activity was Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy, Climate and Grid Security. as of July 28, 2023
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 4859
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
0Republican Sponsors
1Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
6Democrat Cosponsors
2Republican Cosponsors
4Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 4859
Primary Policy Focus
EnergyAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 4859
To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to direct the Secretary of Energy to submit to Congress a report containing an assessment of any physical or cybersecurity incidents to a storage facility or a related facility of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
To amend the Energy Policy and Conservation Act to direct the Secretary of Energy to submit to Congress a report containing an assessment of any physical or cybersecurity incidents to a storage facility or a related facility of the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
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