SB 2148 - Grid security coordination

SB 2148 strengthens the reliability of Texas’ power grid by requiring electric providers and regulators to routinely prepare for physical attacks on critical substations. These facilities are key to keeping the lights on, and if sabotaged, could lead to widespread blackouts. The bill ensures that all major grid players—including power companies, ERCOT, and law enforcement—are on the same page through mandatory drills. It smartly protects sensitive infrastructure details from government overreach by not requiring disclosure of substation locations. This proactive approach avoids costly emergencies by emphasizing coordination and preparedness, not bureaucracy or mandates.