Pipeline Cybersecurity Preparedness Act

This bill directs the Secretary of Energy to run a program to improve physical security and cybersecurity for pipelines and liquefied natural gas (LNG) facilities. The program involves coordinating with federal agencies, states, and the energy sector.

Sec. 2, Program for pipelines and LNG facilities: The Secretary of Energy, in consultation with federal agencies, the energy sector, states, and other stakeholders, must carry out a program to: (1) establish policies and procedures to improve coordination among federal agencies, states, and the energy sector to ensure security, resiliency, and survivability of natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, and LNG facilities; (2) lead coordinated response and recovery to physical and cyber incidents affecting the energy sector; (3) develop voluntary advanced cybersecurity applications and technologies for these pipelines and facilities; (4) perform pilot demonstration projects on physical security and cybersecurity with energy sector representatives; (5) develop workforce development curricula on physical security and cybersecurity for the energy sector; and (6) provide technical tools to help the energy sector voluntarily evaluate, prioritize, and improve physical security and cybersecurity capabilities.

Sec. 3, Savings clause: Nothing in this bill changes the authority of any federal agency other than the Department of Energy regarding physical security or cybersecurity for natural gas pipelines, hazardous liquid pipelines, or LNG facilities.