FERCFinal Rule
Equipment and Services Produced or Provided by Certain Entities Identified as Risks to National Security: Supply Chain Risk Management Reliability Standards Revisions
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Summary
This regulation requires the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to strengthen security standards for equipment and services used in the nation's power grid to protect against risks from foreign entities and bad actors. The rule ensures that the companies supplying critical equipment to power plants and electrical systems meet stricter safety and reliability standards to keep the electricity system safe and dependable.
Key Points
- 1FERC is updating its rules to require stricter vetting of equipment and services used in the electrical grid to prevent national security threats
- 2Companies that supply critical equipment to power utilities must now demonstrate they meet higher reliability and security standards
- 3The regulation focuses on identifying and managing risks from certain foreign entities that could threaten the dependability of America's power system
- 4Power companies and equipment suppliers will need to implement new procedures to verify that their products and services meet these enhanced security requirements
- 5These changes aim to prevent disruptions to the electrical grid that could affect homes, businesses, and critical services like hospitals
Key Dates
Published
September 23, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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