Lawmakers hear experts on utility cybersecurity; focus on reporting, outcomes and support for small systems

Sep 2, 2026

A House subcommittee heard regulators, utility security officers and private experts on the PUC's proposed cybersecurity rulemaking, incident-reporting timelines, and needs of smaller water and municipal authorities for funding and technical assistance.

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A Pennsylvania House subcommittee convened a briefing on utility cybersecurity to assess the commonwealth's posture and identify legislative or funding steps to reduce digital risks to electricity, gas, and water systems. The session brought regulators, electric and water company security officers, municipal authority representatives and private-sector cyber experts before committee chairs.

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