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Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act

3/13/2024, 11:51 PM

Summary of Bill S 2915

Bill 118 s 2915, also known as the Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act, is a piece of legislation introduced in the US Congress with the aim of improving the resilience of the country's electric grid. The bill focuses on addressing vulnerabilities in the electric grid that could be exploited by cyber attacks or natural disasters.

The main provisions of the bill include requiring the Department of Energy to establish a program to enhance the resilience of the electric grid, as well as to develop a strategy for responding to and recovering from grid disruptions. The bill also calls for the establishment of a grant program to support research and development of technologies that can improve grid resilience.

Additionally, the bill requires the Department of Energy to conduct a study on the vulnerabilities of the electric grid and to develop recommendations for improving its resilience. The bill also directs the Department of Energy to work with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and industry stakeholders to coordinate efforts to enhance grid resilience. Overall, the Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act aims to strengthen the country's electric grid against potential threats and ensure that it can continue to provide reliable power to American households and businesses in the face of challenges.

Current Status of Bill S 2915

Bill S 2915 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since September 26, 2023. Bill S 2915 was introduced during Congress 118 and was introduced to the Senate on September 26, 2023.  Bill S 2915's most recent activity was Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. as of September 26, 2023

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 2915

Total Number of Sponsors
1
Democrat Sponsors
1
Republican Sponsors
0
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
0
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
0
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 2915

Primary Policy Focus

Energy

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 2915

Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act
Enhancing Electric Grid Resilience Act
A bill to amend the Federal Power Act to authorize the allocation of the costs of certain interstate electric power transmission lines and electric power transmission lines that are located offshore, and for other purposes.

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Sponsors and Cosponsors of S 2915

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