United States of America: Pipeline Cybersecurity Preparedness Act (HB 7272) was introduced in House of Representatives

On 27 January 2026, the Pipeline Cybersecurity Preparedness Act (HB 7272) was introduced in the House of Representatives. The Bill would require the Secretary of Energy to carry out a programme under the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7101 et seq.) relating to physical security and cybersecurity for natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and liquefied natural gas facilities. It would provide for coordination among Federal agencies, the States, and representatives of the energy sector to address physical incidents and cyber incidents. The Bill would provide for coordinated response and recovery activities. It would support the voluntary development of advanced cybersecurity applications and technologies. It would provide for pilot demonstration projects and workforce development curricula. It would also provide technical tools to support voluntary evaluation and improvement of security capabilities. The Bill would provide that it does not modify the authority of any Federal agency other than the Department of Energy.