HR 7258 · Passed House · 07-13-26
Energy Emergency Leadership Act
What does the Energy Emergency Leadership Act do?
HR 7258 is a House bill sponsored by Rep. Laurel M. Lee (R-FL). Adds energy emergency and energy security duties to the list of functions the Secretary of Energy may assign to an Assistant Secretary. These duties cover energy infrastructure security, cybersecurity, and helping state, local, and Tribal governments respond to energy threats when they ask.
Did HR 7258 pass? Where it stands
As of July 17, 2026, HR 7258 has passed the House.
Status: Passed House
Latest vote: House Passed by voice vote on June 29, 2026
Outlook: Possible
Key provisions
- Energy Emergency and Security Functions
- Adds a new function class to Assistant Secretary duties under the DOE Organization Act
- Covers infrastructure security, resilience, emerging threats, cybersecurity, and supply
- Includes emergency planning, preparedness, coordination, response, and restoration
- Technical Assistance to Governments
- Provides technical assistance on request of a State, local, or Tribal government
- Also available on request of an energy sector entity
- Aims to protect against, detect, and respond to energy security threats and incidents
- Interagency Coordination
- Secretary must ensure the new functions are performed with relevant Federal agencies
Last updated July 15, 2026