Energy Threat Analysis Center Act of 2026
House Committee Reviews Castor-Evans Bill to Create Energy Grid Cyber Threat Center
Legislative Progress
Key Points
- This bill, introduced by Ms. Castor and Mr. Evans, would create a special center within the Department of Energy to protect the nation's power grid. The goal is to help the government and energy companies work together to stop hackers from disrupting electricity, gas, and other vital energy systems.
- The center would allow the government and private energy companies to share secret and public information about digital threats. By looking at data together, they can spot patterns of attacks early and give companies specific advice on how to fix weaknesses before a blackout or shutdown happens.
- To encourage companies to participate, any information they share with the government about their security would be kept private. This data would be exempt from public record laws, meaning it cannot be released to the public or media, which helps protect sensitive details about how our energy systems work.
- If passed, this plan would keep the program running from 2027 through 2031. It builds on previous laws to make sure the Department of Energy has the tools and staff needed to stay ahead of foreign governments or criminals who might try to attack American infrastructure.
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
This bill could expand work at the Department of Energy by creating or continuing an Energy Threat Analysis Center, which would need cybersecurity analysts and technical staff. Federal employees working in energy security and cyber defense roles at DOE could see their programs reauthorized through 2031, providing job stability and potentially new positions.
Broader Impacts
State Impacts
Milestones
Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.
Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Introduced in House
The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.
Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Votes
No votes have been recorded for this legislation yet.
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Congressional Bill
Official Title
Energy Threat Analysis Center Act of 2026
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