Bill would name an energy department official for emergencies
Passed one chamberH.R. 7258Latest action
Sponsor: Laurel M. Lee · Representative · FL
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Official title: Energy Emergency Leadership Act
119th Congress
Topics: Environment & energy
Introduced:
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The bill assigns energy emergency and security duties to a Department of Energy Assistant Secretary.
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What does this do?
This bill officially assigns "energy emergency and energy security" duties to one Assistant Secretary at the Department of Energy, covering infrastructure security, cyberattacks, supply disruptions, and disaster response. It also lets state, local, and tribal governments and private energy companies request technical help from the Department during threats like cyberattacks or infrastructure damage, with the Department required to coordinate that help with other federal agencies.
Who does it affect?
State and local officials, utility companies, and energy infrastructure operators like power grid or pipeline operators could seek federal help under this bill. Everyday residents would mainly feel indirect effects through federal emergency response.
Why does it matter?
The change clarifies internal Department of Energy organization and staffing responsibilities rather than creating new programs. It could affect how quickly and how well-coordinated federal responses are during energy-related emergencies.
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Where does it stand?
- IntroducedJan 27, 2026
- House committee
- House vote
- SenateYou are here · Jul 13, 2026
- The president's desk
Right now: it passed the House, and the official record shows nothing new since. If the Senate changes it, it goes back to the House before reaching the president.
Latest action: — Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources.