H.R. 7272 · In committee · Energy

Pipeline Cybersecurity Preparedness Act

What it does

Directs the Secretary of Energy to establish policies and procedures improving coordination among Federal agencies, States, and the energy sector to ensure security and resiliency of natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and liquefied natural gas facilities.
Directs the Secretary of Energy to lead coordinated response and recovery by Federal agencies, States, and the energy sector to physical and cyber incidents impacting the energy sector.
Directs the Secretary of Energy to develop advanced cybersecurity applications and technologies for voluntary use by operators of natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and liquefied natural gas facilities.
Directs the Secretary of Energy to conduct pilot demonstration projects and develop workforce curricula relating to physical security and cybersecurity for pipeline and liquefied natural gas facilities.
Directs the Secretary of Energy to provide technical tools to help the energy sector voluntarily evaluate and improve security and cybersecurity capabilities of pipelines and liquefied natural gas facilities.

Feb 4, 2026: Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote.

Committee: House Energy Subcommittee