The Washington Times: Congress must pass the SECURE Grid Act

This press release from Representative Robert E. Latta (R-OH) was published on 2026-04-22 and titled "The Washington Times: Congress must pass the SECURE Grid Act". It focuses on healthcare and touches on taxes, the environment.

The Washington Times: Congress must pass the SECURE Grid Act

Read an excerpt of the op-ed below, or click here to read the piece in its entirety. “This year, Ohio and communities across the country have faced a wave of extreme weather – tornadoes, severe windstorms, hurricanes, and deep freezes – that have tested the reliability of our electric grid. When disasters strike, families do what they can to prepare like stocking up on essentials in case the power goes out. But Americans shouldn’t have to rely on backup plans to keep the lights on. They should be able to count on a resilient, reliable electric grid that withstands these challenges from the start. “In Ohio and across the Midwest, we have seen firsthand how prolonged outages can shutter small businesses, disrupt hospital operations, close schools and leave families without heat in the dead of winter. These are not just inconveniences. They are serious threats to public safety, economic stability and daily life...”