H.R.7266

Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act

Chamber Passed·7/13/26

Reauthorizes the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program.

The Rural and Municipal Utility Cybersecurity Act amends the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act to reauthorize the Rural and Municipal Utility Advanced Cybersecurity Grant and Technical Assistance Program. The program provides technical assistance and funding to eligible entities, including rural electric cooperatives and municipally owned electric utilities, to enhance cybersecurity. The Department of Energy will prioritize entities with limited resources, critical assets, or those operating defense critical electric infrastructure.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · Jul 13
Current
Energy And Natural Resources Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

1
2
Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 13

Senate

Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.

Jun 29

House

Mr. Guthrie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill, as amended.

Jun 29

House

Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4299-4300)