Only the right has signed this so far (Bill Ranking)
H.R. 7258 · 119th Congress (2025-2026)
5 members · Left 0 · Center 1 · Right 4 (Bill Ranking)
| Sponsor | Rep. Lee, Laurel M. (R-FL) (Introduced 01/27/2026) |
|---|---|
| Sponsor Voting Record | Lean right · DW-NOMINATE +0.42 · measured from every roll-call vote this member has cast (voteview.com) (Sponsor Ranking) |
| Support |
LLLCLRR support across the spectrum: 5 members signed on (Bill Ranking) this bill: sponsor + current cosponsors, each once |
| Committees | Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee; House - Energy and Commerce Committee |
| Latest Action | 07/13/2026 Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Roll Call Votes | There have been no roll call votes |
| Source | view on congress.gov → |
Reported to House (05/11/2026)
Energy Emergency Leadership Act
This bill expands the list of functions that the Secretary of Energy must assign to assistant secretaries under the Department of Energy Organization Act to include energy emergency and energy security functions, such as responsibilities with respect to energy infrastructure and cybersecurity.
The Department of Energy must ensure that such functions are performed in coordination with relevant federal agencies.
119 HR 7258 EH: Energy Emergency Leadership Act U.S. House of Representatives text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IB 119th CONGRESS2d Session H. R. 7258
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AN ACT To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.
1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Energy Emergency Leadership Act.
2.Functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries (a)In generalSubsection (a) of section 203 of the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7133(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph: (12)Energy emergency and energy security functions, including— (A)responsibilities with respect to energy infrastructure, security and resilience, emerging threats, cybersecurity, supply, and emergency planning and preparedness, coordination, response, and restoration, as appropriate; and (B)upon request of a State, local, or Tribal government or energy sector entity, and in coordination with other Federal agencies as appropriate, provision of technical assistance and support to protect against, detect, and respond to energy security threats, risks, and incidents.. (b)CoordinationThe Secretary of Energy shall ensure that the functions of the Secretary described in section 203(a)(12) of the Department of Energy Organization Act (as added by this Act) are performed in coordination with relevant Federal agencies. Passed the House of Representatives June 29, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 7258 IH: Energy Emergency Leadership Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-01-27 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. I119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 7258IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJanuary 27, 2026Ms. Lee of Florida (for herself and Mr. Walberg) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceA BILLTo amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Energy Emergency Leadership Act.2.Functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries(a)In generalSubsection (a) of section 203 of the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7133(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:(12)Energy emergency and energy security functions, including—(A)responsibilities with respect to energy infrastructure, security and resilience, emerging threats, cybersecurity, supply, and emergency planning and preparedness, coordination, response, and restoration, as appropriate; and(B)upon request of a State, local, or Tribal government or energy sector entity, and in coordination with other Federal agencies as appropriate, provision of technical assistance and support to protect against, detect, and respond to energy security threats, risks, and incidents..(b)CoordinationThe Secretary of Energy shall ensure that the functions of the Secretary described in section 203(a)(12) of the Department of Energy Organization Act (as added by this Act) are performed in coordination with relevant Federal agencies.
119 HR 7258 : Energy Emergency Leadership Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-07-13 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IIB119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 7258IN THE SENATE OF THE UNITED STATESJuly 13, 2026Received; read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural ResourcesAN ACTTo amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Energy Emergency Leadership Act.2.Functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries(a)In generalSubsection (a) of section 203 of the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7133(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:(12)Energy emergency and energy security functions, including—(A)responsibilities with respect to energy infrastructure, security and resilience, emerging threats, cybersecurity, supply, and emergency planning and preparedness, coordination, response, and restoration, as appropriate; and(B)upon request of a State, local, or Tribal government or energy sector entity, and in coordination with other Federal agencies as appropriate, provision of technical assistance and support to protect against, detect, and respond to energy security threats, risks, and incidents..(b)CoordinationThe Secretary of Energy shall ensure that the functions of the Secretary described in section 203(a)(12) of the Department of Energy Organization Act (as added by this Act) are performed in coordination with relevant Federal agencies.Passed the House of Representatives June 29, 2026.Kevin F. McCumber,Clerk.
119 HR 7258 RH: Energy Emergency Leadership Act U.S. House of Representatives 2026-05-11 text/xml EN Pursuant to Title 17 Section 105 of the United States Code, this file is not subject to copyright protection and is in the public domain. IBUnion Calendar No. 562119th CONGRESS2d SessionH. R. 7258[Report No. 119–645]IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVESJanuary 27, 2026Ms. Lee of Florida (for herself and Mr. Walberg) introduced the following bill; which was referred to the Committee on Energy and CommerceMay 11, 2026Additional sponsors: Mr. Landsman, Mr. Balderson, and Mr. OnderMay 11, 2026Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printedA BILLTo amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes.1.Short titleThis Act may be cited as the Energy Emergency Leadership Act.2.Functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries(a)In generalSubsection (a) of section 203 of the Department of Energy Organization Act (42 U.S.C. 7133(a)) is amended by adding at the end the following new paragraph:(12)Energy emergency and energy security functions, including—(A)responsibilities with respect to energy infrastructure, security and resilience, emerging threats, cybersecurity, supply, and emergency planning and preparedness, coordination, response, and restoration, as appropriate; and(B)upon request of a State, local, or Tribal government or energy sector entity, and in coordination with other Federal agencies as appropriate, provision of technical assistance and support to protect against, detect, and respond to energy security threats, risks, and incidents..(b)CoordinationThe Secretary of Energy shall ensure that the functions of the Secretary described in section 203(a)(12) of the Department of Energy Organization Act (as added by this Act) are performed in coordination with relevant Federal agencies.May 11, 2026Committed to the Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union and ordered to be printed
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| Date | Chamber | All Actions |
|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 01/27/2026 | Library of Congress | Introduced in House |
| 01/27/2026 | House floor actions | Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. |
| 01/27/2026 | House committee actions | Referred to the Subcommittee on Energy. |
| 02/04/2026 | House committee actions | Subcommittee Consideration and Mark-up Session Held |
| 02/04/2026 | House committee actions | Forwarded by Subcommittee to Full Committee by Voice Vote. |
| 05/11/2026 | Library of Congress | Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-645. |
| 05/11/2026 | House floor actions | Reported by the Committee on Energy and Commerce. H. Rept. 119-645. |
| 05/11/2026 | House floor actions | Placed on the Union Calendar, Calendar No. 562. |
| 06/29/2026 | House floor actions | Mr. Guthrie moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill. |
| 06/29/2026 | House floor actions | Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H4297-4298) |
| 06/29/2026 | House floor actions | DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on H.R. 7258. |
| 06/29/2026 | Library of Congress | Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4298) |
| 06/29/2026 | House floor actions | On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H4298) |
| 06/29/2026 | House floor actions | Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection. |
| 07/13/2026 | Senate | Received in the Senate and Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. |
| Title Type | Title |
|---|---|
| Official Title as Introduced | To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes. |
| Display Title | Energy Emergency Leadership Act |
| Short Titles from RFS (Referred to Senate) bill text | Energy Emergency Leadership Act |
| Short Title(s) as Passed House | Energy Emergency Leadership Act |
| Official Titles from EH (Engrossed in House) bill text | To amend the Department of Energy Organization Act with respect to functions assigned to Assistant Secretaries, and for other purposes. |
| Short Title(s) as Reported to House | Energy Emergency Leadership Act |
| Short Title(s) as Introduced | Energy Emergency Leadership Act |
There are no amendments to this bill.
* = Original cosponsor
| Committee | Activity |
|---|---|
| Senate - Energy and Natural Resources Committee | 07/13/2026 Referred To |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 05/11/2026 Reported By |
| House - Energy and Commerce Committee | 01/27/2026 Referred To |
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Policy Area: Energy
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