Pipeline Cybersecurity Preparedness Act

This bill would require the Secretary of Energy to run a program on physical security and cybersecurity for natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and liquefied natural gas facilities. The program would set policies to improve coordination among federal agencies, states, and the energy industry, and would have the Department of Energy lead the response and recovery after physical or cyber incidents affecting the energy sector. It would also develop cybersecurity technologies and technical tools for voluntary use, run pilot projects with industry, and create workforce training curricula. The bill states that it does not change the security authority of any federal agency other than the Department of Energy.

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Sponsors

• Randy K. Weber, Sr. Republican sponsor
• 5 cosponsors