Chapter 5 State and Local Security Initiatives

Information in This Chapter

  • State Government

  • State Regulatory Bodies

  • State Courts

  • Promoting Security Education

  • Politics and the Smart Grid

Government agencies are becoming increasingly aware of cyber security threats. Federal agencies may take the lead on developing smart grid security regulations, requirements, standards, and best practices; however, utility companies will be required to adhere to state and local security initiatives as well. Additionally, companies that develop smart grid technologies will be required to support the requirements dictated by these government agencies if they want to sell their products to utility companies.

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