PROTECT the Grid Act Preventing Remote Operations by Threatening...
To direct the Secretary of Commerce to submit a report assessing vulnerabilities to the electric grid in the United States from certain Internet-connected devices and applications, and for other purposes.
HB7208 aims to assess and address potential threats to the U.S. electric grid caused by certain Internet-connected devices and applications. The bill proposes that the Secretary of Commerce submit a report identifying vulnerabilities and recommending measures to protect critical infrastructure. This could affect anyone relying on the electric grid, particularly those in sectors that depend on stable power supply.
Currently, HB7208 has been introduced and referred to the Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection. It has also been sent to several other relevant committees for further consideration. As of now, the bill is in the early stages of the legislative process.
Key actions so far include its introduction on January 22, 2026, and referral to multiple committees for detailed review. The next steps will involve committee discussions, potential amendments, and a vote before it can move forward in the legislative process.
