Energy Subcommittee Markup

The House Committee on Energy and Commerce's Energy Subcommittee held a markup session on February 5, 2026, focusing on bipartisan legislation aimed at strengthening the security and resilience of the nation's energy infrastructure. Key bills discussed included the Energy Threat Analysis Center Act of 2026 (HR 7305), which enhances information sharing and coordination on cyber threats; the Energy Emergency Leadership Act (HR 7258), which elevates energy emergency functions within the Department of Energy (DOE) to an assistant secretary level for improved leadership and accountability; the Rural and Municipal Utility Cyber Security Act (HR 7266), reauthorizing grants and technical assistance to rural utilities for cybersecurity enhancements; the Secure Grid Act (HR 7257), which expands state energy security planning to include local distribution and supply chain threats; and the Pipeline Cyber Security Preparedness Act (HR 7272), which improves coordination and technical support for pipeline and LNG facility security. The session emphasized the growing cyber and physical threats from adversaries like China, the importance of federal-state-industry collaboration, and the need for robust DOE leadership and resources to protect critical energy infrastructure. The bills were adopted with bipartisan support, reflecting a shared commitment to modernizing and securing the energy grid against evolving threats.