Industry groups sought flexibility from FERC in implementing new supply chain risk management rules, while one conservative group argued the commission should use its power to push the sector to use domestic supply chains.

NERC and the regional entities expressed support for FERC's cybersecurity proposals but reminded the commission of their already busy development cycle.

FERC said the activist's request for a grid-wide audit of Chinese-manufactured equipment is unnecessary in light of existing standards.

FERC issued two NOPRs indicating it will direct NERC to develop new cybersecurity standards.