Bill · H.R. 7697· House(119-HR-7697)
International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act
- Introduced
- 2/25/2026
- Last activity
- 2/25/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- Sponsored by
- Pablo Hernández
- Cosponsors
- - 2 - 0
- Introduced
- In Committee
What this bill would do
The International AI Energy Grid Modernization Strategy Act directs the Secretary of State to create a global strategy for using Artificial Intelligence to upgrade electrical grids. This strategy aims to improve grid reliability, resilience against weather and disasters, and protection against cyber attacks. It includes strengthening partnerships with allies, academic institutions, and the private sector. The plan also focuses on promoting equitable access to these tools in developing and vulnerable regions. Additionally, the Act emphasizes workforce development and technical training in AI and cybersecurity. Finally, it requires regular progress reports to Congress regarding the implementation of this strategy.
Yes· 3 of 20
Does this better protect the country from computer attacks?+6
The bill focuses heavily on using AI to detect and respond to cyber threats to energy infrastructure.
Does this strengthen ties with allied countries?+4
The strategy aims to strengthen partnerships with allied and partner countries.
Does this put more money into wind, solar and other renewable power?+4
The bill specifically targets the integration of renewable energy through AI-enabled systems.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Improved Grid Reliability and Resilience: The strategy seeks to use AI for predictive maintenance, real-time monitoring, and autonomous system restoration to help grids withstand natural disasters and extreme weather (Section 2, Section 3(a)(2)).
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Enhanced Cybersecurity: The bill aims to use AI to detect and respond to cyber threats targeting electrical grid operations and data systems (Section 2, Section 3(a)(2)).
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Equitable Access to Technology: The strategy includes provisions to promote access to advanced grid modernization tools in developing and vulnerable regions, specifically those prone to natural disasters (Section 3(a)(3)).
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Workforce Opportunities: The bill supports workforce development and technical training related to AI, cybersecurity, and smart-grid operations (Section 3(a)(4), Section 3(b)(5)).
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Integration of Renewable Energy: The strategy intends to use AI to help integrate renewable energy resources and distributed energy resources into the electrical grid (Section 3(a)(2)).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- No negative impacts or burdens are explicitly identified in the provided text.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- National Security And Foreign Policy
- Improves Cybersecurity Defense+6Improves International Alliances+4Improves Diplomatic Engagement+3Increases Foreign Aid+1
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Increases Renewable Energy Investment+4Reduces Carbon Emissions+3Improves Disaster Relief And F E M A+2Improves Environmental Protections+2
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Business Owners+2Good For Low Income Households+1Good For Students+1Good For Union Workers+1Good For Young Adults+1
- Economy And Finance
- Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2Improves Consumer Protection+1
- Education And Technology
- Increases Scientific Research Funding+4
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+2Increases Federal Power+1
- Healthcare
- Increases Research Funding+1
- 2/25/2026
- Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.
- 2 Cosponsors added.
- Introduced in House
Adelita GrijalvaDemocrat · Arizona
Sam LiccardoDemocrat · California