LINDA STUNTZ

Monitor developments concerning imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security. Monitor Department of Energy and Department of Homeland Security developments regarding pipeline cybersecurity.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security. Monitor S. 2444, Energy Cybersecurity Act of 2018: implications of provisions to mitigate vulnerabilities in the electric grid resulting from dependencies on other critical infrastructure and to advance the security of field devices and third-party control systems for oil pipelines.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security.

H.R. 5240, Enhancing Grid Security Through Public-Private Partnerships Act: consultation with the Electric Reliability Organization; consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity programs. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: interdependency of critical infrastructures. Monitor S. 2444, Energy Cybersecurity Act of 2018: consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity requirements.

H.R. 5240, Enhancing Grid Security Through Public-Private Partnerships Act: consultation with the Electric Reliability Organization; consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity programs. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: interdependency of critical infrastructures. Monitor S. 2444, Energy Cybersecurity Act of 2018: consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity requirements.

H.R. 5240, Enhancing Grid Security through Public-Private Partnerships Act: requirement for consultation with the Electric Reliability Organization.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security. Monitor S. 2444, Energy Cybersecurity Act of 2018: implications of provisions to mitigate vulnerabilities in the electric grid resulting from dependencies on other critical infrastructure and to advance the security of field devices and third-party control systems for oil pipelines.

H.R. 5240, Enhancing Grid Security Through Public-Private Partnerships Act: consultation with the Electric Reliability Organization; consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity programs. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: interdependency of critical infrastructures. Monitor S. 2444, Energy Cybersecurity Act of 2018: consistency with existing grid physical and cybersecurity requirements.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security.

Monitor developments concerning imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security. Monitor Department of Energy and Department of Homeland Security developments regarding pipeline cybersecurity.

Imposition of tariffs on steel imports: effects on oil pipeline industry. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act, and S. 3056, North American Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Monitor H.R. 5175, Pipeline and LNG Facility Cybersecurity Preparedness Act: provisions addressing pipeline physical and cyber security.

Monitor H.R. 1873, Electricity Reliability and Forest Protection Act: references to reliability standards established by the Electric Reliability Organization. Monitor H.R. 3050, Enhancing State Energy Security Planning and Emergency Preparedness Act of 2017: development of state plans for securing energy infrastructure against physical and cybersecurity threats. Monitor S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: electric reliability and cybersecurity-related provisions. Monitor Department of Energy Study Examining Electricity Markets and Reliability.

S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: references to mandatory reliability standards in Section 2310 regarding vegetation management on public lands. Monitor Department of Energy Staff Report to the Secretary on Electricity Markets and Reliability. Monitor H.R. 2810, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018: amendment to require a report on significant security risks of defense critical electric infrastructure. Monitor H.R. 3359, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017: responsibilities for assessing cybersecurity risks, facilitating information sharing, and protecting against critical infrastructure risks.

S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: references to mandatory reliability standards in Section 2310 regarding vegetation management on public lands. Monitor H.R. 2810, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018: amendment to require a report on significant security risks of defense critical electric infrastructure. Potential Department of Energy reorganization legislation: responsibility for cybersecurity.

Implementation of Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of American Pipelines: steel domestic content requirement. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions; savings clause. Confirmation process for FERC nominees.

Implementation of Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of American Pipelines: steel domestic content requirement. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor confirmation of DOE and FERC nominees. Monitor potential Senate action on S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017.

Monitoring H.R. 2883, "Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act:" all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor potential Senate action on S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017.

Monitor H.R. 1873, Electricity Reliability and Forest Protection Act: references to reliability standards established by the Electric Reliability Organization. Monitor H.R. 3050, Enhancing State Energy Security Planning and Emergency Preparedness Act of 2017: development of state plans for securing energy infrastructure against physical and cybersecurity threats. Monitor S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: electric reliability and cybersecurity-related provisions. Monitor Department of Energy Study Examining Electricity Markets and Reliability.

S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: references to mandatory reliability standards in Section 2310 regarding vegetation management on public lands. Monitor Department of Energy Staff Report to the Secretary on Electricity Markets and Reliability. Monitor H.R. 2810, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018: amendment to require a report on significant security risks of defense critical electric infrastructure. Monitor H.R. 3359, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017: responsibilities for assessing cybersecurity risks, facilitating information sharing, and protecting against critical infrastructure risks.

Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: implementation of recommendations regarding electric grid reliability and security. H.R. 998, Searching for and Cutting Regulations that are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act: McNerney Amendment regarding critical infrastructure protection reliability standards. Monitor S. 79, Securing Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Legislative language used to describe electric reliability standards in vegetation management legislation. Monitor legislative proposals regarding electromagnetic pulse and geomagnetic disturbance reliability standards.

Monitor H.R. 1873, Electricity Reliability and Forest Protection Act: references to reliability standards established by the Electric Reliability Organization. Monitor H.R. 3050, Enhancing State Energy Security Planning and Emergency Preparedness Act of 2017: development of state plans for securing energy infrastructure against physical and cybersecurity threats. Monitor S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: electric reliability and cybersecurity-related provisions. Monitor Department of Energy Study Examining Electricity Markets and Reliability.

Monitoring H.R. 2883, "Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act:" all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor potential Senate action on S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017.

Implementation of Presidential Memorandum Regarding Construction of American Pipelines: steel domestic content requirement. H.R. 2883, Promoting Cross-Border Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions; savings clause; potential Buy American provisions. Monitor confirmation of DOE and FERC nominees. Monitor potential Senate action on S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017.

S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: references to mandatory reliability standards in Section 2310 regarding vegetation management on public lands. Monitor Department of Energy Staff Report to the Secretary on Electricity Markets and Reliability. Monitor H.R. 2810, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018: amendment to require a report on significant security risks of defense critical electric infrastructure. Monitor H.R. 3359, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency Act of 2017: responsibilities for assessing cybersecurity risks, facilitating information sharing, and protecting against critical infrastructure risks.

S. 1460, Energy and Natural Resources Act of 2017: references to mandatory reliability standards in Section 2310 regarding vegetation management on public lands. Monitor H.R. 2810, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2018: amendment to require a report on significant security risks of defense critical electric infrastructure. Potential Department of Energy reorganization legislation: responsibility for cybersecurity.

Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: implementation of recommendations regarding electric grid reliability and security. H.R. 998, Searching for and Cutting Regulations that are Unnecessarily Burdensome Act: McNerney Amendment regarding critical infrastructure protection reliability standards. Monitor S. 79, Securing Energy Infrastructure Act: all provisions. Legislative language used to describe electric reliability standards in vegetation management legislation. Monitor legislative proposals regarding electromagnetic pulse and geomagnetic disturbance reliability standards.

H.R. 4427, legislation to clarify the threshold for review of transactions under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act: all provisions.

H.R. 4427, legislation to clarify the threshold for review of transactions under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act: all provisions.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor H.R. 5459, Cyber Preparedness Act of 2016: all provisions. Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: electric reliability issues.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor S. 1846 and filed amendment SA 4465 to S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2017: strategy to protect critical infrastructure from threats of electromagnetic pulse. Technical analysis of potential reliability impacts of EPAs Clean Power Plan.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor H.R. 5459, Cyber Preparedness Act of 2016: all provisions. Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: electric reliability issues.

Monitor S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor H.R. 6727, Grid Cybersecurity Research and Development Act: provisions relating to cybersecurity of industrial control systems. Monitor S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017: Section 1913, EMP and GMD planning, research and development, and protection and preparedness. Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: emergency authority issues.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; infrastructure permitting provisions and amendments: consideration of reliability standards; monitor proposed amendments.

S. 2276, SAFE PIPES Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan provisions, including Markey amendment regarding disclosure of oil spill response plans to Congress. House draft Pipeline Safety Act of 2016: citizen suit provisions; response plan disclosure provisions; emergency authority provisions; criminal penalties standard. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Fischer amendment to add SAFE PIPES Act; Markey amendment regarding study of crude oil exports; monitor provisions and amendments regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016 (House version): Section 3222: clarification of threshold for FERC review of mergers under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act. Permissibility and effects of successive complaints under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016 (House version): Section 3222: clarification of threshold for FERC review of mergers under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act. Permissibility and effects of successive complaints under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor S. 1846 and filed amendment SA 4465 to S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2017: strategy to protect critical infrastructure from threats of electromagnetic pulse. Technical analysis of potential reliability impacts of EPAs Clean Power Plan.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016 (House version): Section 3222: clarification of threshold for FERC review of mergers under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act. Permissibility and effects of successive complaints under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act.

S. 2276, Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety (PIPES) Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan disclosure provisions; citizen suit provisions; criminal penalties standard. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Fischer amendment to add SAFE PIPES Act (S. 2276); Markey amendment regarding study of crude oil exports; monitor provisions and amendments regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2016 (House version): Section 3222: clarification of threshold for FERC review of mergers under Section 203 of the Federal Power Act. Permissibility and effects of successive complaints under Section 206 of the Federal Power Act.

S. 2276, SAFE PIPES Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan provisions, including Markey amendment regarding disclosure of oil spill response plans to Congress. House draft Pipeline Safety Act of 2016: citizen suit provisions; response plan disclosure provisions; emergency authority provisions; criminal penalties standard. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Fischer amendment to add SAFE PIPES Act; Markey amendment regarding study of crude oil exports; monitor provisions and amendments regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

S. 2276, Protecting our Infrastructure of Pipelines and Enhancing Safety (PIPES) Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan disclosure provisions; citizen suit provisions; criminal penalties standard. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Fischer amendment to add SAFE PIPES Act (S. 2276); Markey amendment regarding study of crude oil exports; monitor provisions and amendments regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, energy infrastructure permitting.

Monitor S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor H.R. 6727, Grid Cybersecurity Research and Development Act: provisions relating to cybersecurity of industrial control systems. Monitor S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017: Section 1913, EMP and GMD planning, research and development, and protection and preparedness. Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: emergency authority issues.

S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor S. 1846 and filed amendment SA 4465 to S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2017: strategy to protect critical infrastructure from threats of electromagnetic pulse. Technical analysis of potential reliability impacts of EPAs Clean Power Plan.

Monitor S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 (Senate version) and related amendments regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; Section 1104 (House version): regarding reliability standards for electromagnetic pulse. Monitor H.R. 6727, Grid Cybersecurity Research and Development Act: provisions relating to cybersecurity of industrial control systems. Monitor S. 2943, National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017: Section 1913, EMP and GMD planning, research and development, and protection and preparedness. Quadrennial Energy Review Phase 2 Report: emergency authority issues.

Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, including Administration draft legislation, S. 456, Cyber Threat Sharing Act of 2015, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and draft National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Proposals for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act: effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Draft legislation regarding reporting of cybersecurity intrusions: effect on existing reporting requirements. Draft legislation to establish emergency response authorities: implications for existing reliability requirements and establishment of reliability standards. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, including Administration draft legislation, S. 456, Cyber Threat Sharing Act of 2015, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and draft National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Proposals for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act: effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Draft legislation regarding reporting of cybersecurity intrusions: effect on existing reporting requirements. Draft legislation to establish emergency response authorities: implications for existing reliability requirements and establishment of reliability standards. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: effect on existing Reliability Standards of Franks amendment regarding geomagnetic disturbances and electromagnetic pulse. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; Section 407 regarding mandatory reporting of cyber security incidents. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: monitor incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016: monitor incorporation of cybersecurity information sharing provisions.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Monitor H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions affecting electric utilities. Monitor H.R. 22, FAST Act: incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve.

S. 2276, SAFE PIPES Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan provisions, including Markey amendment regarding disclosure of oil spill response plans to Congress. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: Lynch amendment regarding additional pipeline safety reviews. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions; amendment to lift oil export ban.

Monitor H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions affecting electric utilities. Monitor H.R. 22, FAST Act: incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: effect on existing Reliability Standards of Franks amendment regarding geomagnetic disturbances and electromagnetic pulse. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; Section 407 regarding mandatory reporting of cyber security incidents. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: monitor incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016: monitor incorporation of cybersecurity information sharing provisions.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: effect on existing Reliability Standards of Franks amendment regarding geomagnetic disturbances and electromagnetic pulse. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; Section 407 regarding mandatory reporting of cyber security incidents. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: monitor incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016: monitor incorporation of cybersecurity information sharing provisions.

Monitor H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions affecting electric utilities. Monitor H.R. 22, FAST Act: incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information. S. 1846, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: funding for grid resilience and reliability; clarification of FERC merger authority; cross border energy project permitting. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

S. 2276, SAFE PIPES Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan provisions, including Markey amendment regarding disclosure of oil spill response plans to Congress. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: Lynch amendment regarding additional pipeline safety reviews. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions; amendment to lift oil export ban.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: funding for grid resilience and reliability; clarification of FERC merger authority; cross border energy project permitting. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

Monitor H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions affecting electric utilities. Monitor H.R. 22, FAST Act: incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve.

S. 280, Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015: provisions to improve permitting of oil pipeline infrastructure. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, infrastructure resilience. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments, including introduction of S. 2080, Pipeline Improvement and Preventing Spills Act of 2015.

Monitor S. 1, Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act and veto override attempt. Monitor S. 859, Crude-By-Rail Safety Act. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Monitor development of comprehensive energy legislation, including S. 1243, Grid Modernization Act of 2015 and S. 1222, Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: provisions affecting electric transmission issues. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

Monitor development of comprehensive energy legislation, including S. 1243, Grid Modernization Act of 2015 and S. 1222, Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: provisions affecting electric transmission issues. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

Monitor development of comprehensive energy legislation, including S. 1243, Grid Modernization Act of 2015 and S. 1222, Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: provisions affecting electric transmission issues. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

Monitor development of comprehensive energy legislation, including S. 1243, Grid Modernization Act of 2015 and S. 1222, Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: provisions affecting electric transmission issues. Monitor cybersecurity information-sharing and critical infrastructure protection issues: requirements for protection of critical infrastructure; sharing of cybersecurity information.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information. S. 1846, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information. S. 1846, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: effect on existing Reliability Standards of Franks amendment regarding geomagnetic disturbances and electromagnetic pulse. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; Section 407 regarding mandatory reporting of cyber security incidents. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: monitor incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016: monitor incorporation of cybersecurity information sharing provisions.

S. 280, Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015: provisions to improve permitting of oil pipeline infrastructure. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, infrastructure resilience. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments, including introduction of S. 2080, Pipeline Improvement and Preventing Spills Act of 2015.

S. 280, Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015: provisions to improve permitting of oil pipeline infrastructure. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, infrastructure resilience. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments, including introduction of S. 2080, Pipeline Improvement and Preventing Spills Act of 2015.

S. 2276, SAFE PIPES Act: reauthorization of Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration, emergency authority and oil spill response plan provisions, including Markey amendment regarding disclosure of oil spill response plans to Congress. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: Lynch amendment regarding additional pipeline safety reviews. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions; amendment to lift oil export ban.

S. 280, Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015: provisions to improve permitting of oil pipeline infrastructure. H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve; energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: monitor provisions regarding the strategic petroleum reserve, infrastructure resilience. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments, including introduction of S. 2080, Pipeline Improvement and Preventing Spills Act of 2015.

Monitor Congressional response to and oversight of Plains All American oil spill. S. 280, Federal Permitting Improvement Act of 2015: provisions to improve permitting of oil pipeline infrastructure. Draft House energy legislation: provisions regarding strategic petroleum reserve; provisions regarding energy diplomacy, including authorization of cross-border infrastructure projects; provisions regarding emergency preparedness for energy supply disruptions. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments. Monitor developments in connection with, and Congressional oversight of, EPA proposed Clean Power Plan.

Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, including Administration draft legislation, S. 456, Cyber Threat Sharing Act of 2015, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and draft National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Proposals for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act: effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Draft legislation regarding reporting of cybersecurity intrusions: effect on existing reporting requirements. Draft legislation to establish emergency response authorities: implications for existing reliability requirements and establishment of reliability standards. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications.

Draft energy reliability and security subtitle of draft House Energy and Commerce energy bill and stand-alone legislation (H.R. 2271, Critical Electric Infrastructure Protection Act, H.R. 2244, to establish a Strategic Transformer Reserve Program, H.R. 2402, Protecting Critical Infrastructure Act): provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; public disclosure of and sharing of protected electric security information; authority to address grid security emergencies; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 1221, to require periodic reports on electricity reliability and reliability impact statements for rules affecting the reliable operation of the bulk-power system: responsibility for reliability analysis. S. 1222, the Continuity of Electric Capacity Resources Act: requirements to assure electric reliability. S. 1068, emergency authority to respond to cyber security threats to the bulk power system: implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards. H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and H.R. 1731, National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications. H.R. 2042, Ratepayer Protection Act: provisions for consultation in determinations regarding effects on State electricity system reliability.

Cybersecurity threat information sharing legislation, including Administration draft legislation, S. 456, Cyber Threat Sharing Act of 2015, S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015, H.R. 1560, Protecting Cyber Networks Act, and draft National Cybersecurity Protection Advancement Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; linkage between memorandum of understanding requirement and liability protections. Proposals for cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including H.R. 1073, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act: effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Draft legislation regarding reporting of cybersecurity intrusions: effect on existing reporting requirements. Draft legislation to establish emergency response authorities: implications for existing reliability requirements and establishment of reliability standards. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations (Clean Power Plan) on electric grid reliability: analysis of reliability implications.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information; provisions regarding establishment of a Strategic Transformer Reserve. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: provisions regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules; authority to address grid security emergencies and implications for existing reliability requirements/processes and establishment of reliability standards; sharing of critical electric infrastructure information. S. 1846, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act (regarding electromagnetic pulse): effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures.

H.R. 8, North American Energy Security and Infrastructure Act: effect on existing Reliability Standards of Franks amendment regarding geomagnetic disturbances and electromagnetic pulse. S. 2012, Energy Policy Modernization Act: Section 4301 regarding reliability analysis of proposed or final major rules. S. 754, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2015: savings clause provisions; effects on established information sharing structures; Section 407 regarding mandatory reporting of cyber security incidents. H.R. 22, Fixing Americas Surface Transportation Act: monitor incorporation of provisions to establish authority to address grid security emergencies, provide for sharing of critical electric infrastructure information, require consideration of strategic transformer reserve. H.R. 2029, Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2016: monitor incorporation of cybersecurity information sharing provisions.

Monitor S. 1, Keystone XL Pipeline Approval Act and veto override attempt. Monitor S. 859, Crude-By-Rail Safety Act. Monitor pipeline safety legislative and regulatory developments.

Monitor developments in connection with crude oil exports, Keystone XL pipeline, and crude oil transportation by rail. Monitor developments in connection with implementation of Pipeline Safety, Regulatory Certainty and Job Creation Act, including report language regarding PHMSA revision of integrity management standards accompanying S. 2438, Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Act, 2015. Monitor developments regarding physical security of energy infrastructure. Monitordevelopments in connection with H.R. 1587, Energy Infrastructure Improvement Act: authorizations for pipelines on Federal lands. Draft Senate legislation to address propane shortages.

Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including S. 1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2014 and H. R. 756, Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2013: savings clause provisions and effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Monitor H. R. 3410, Critical Infrastructure Protection Act. S. 2929 and H.R. 5722, Providing Opportunities to Work for Energy Reliability Act: explanation of NERCs role in approval of balancing authorities. Monitor Congressional oversight of FERC activities regarding effects of proposed carbon regulations on electric grid reliability. Provide briefings regarding NERC Initial Reliability Review of proposed carbon regulations under Clean Air Act Section 111(d).

Monitor cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including S. 1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; H.R. 3696, National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013; S. 2588, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act of 2014: savings clause provisions and effects on mandatory Reliability Standards. Monitor S. 2823, American Energy Infrastructure Act of 2014: provisions to reform cross-border energy permitting.

Cybersecurity and critical infrastructure protection legislation, including S. 1353, Cybersecurity Act of 2013; H.R. 3696, National Cybersecurity and Critical Infrastructure Protection Act of 2013, S. 2158/H.R. 4298, the Grid Reliability and Infrastructure Defense (GRID) Act, and draft legislation regarding physical security of critical electric infrastructure: scope of Federal authority to respond to imminent cyber security/grid security threats and cyber security/grid security vulnerabilities of the electric grid; savings clauseprovisions and effects on mandatory Reliability Standards; provisions affecting the electric grid. Monitor Congressional activity regarding physical and cyber security and reliability of the electric grid and Congressional oversight of FERC activities.