Background
Representative Pablo Jose Hernández is a Democrat from Puerto Rico serving in the U.S. House of Representatives as the state's At-Large representative.
AI Position
MixedRepresentative Hernández has sponsored legislation focused on AI infrastructure resilience and cybersecurity. His AI Cyber Grid Protection Resilient Development Act of 2026 suggests a focus on protecting critical infrastructure from cyber threats in the context of AI systems, indicating a concern for both AI development and security safeguards.
AI Bills Sponsored
HR 7697
This federal bill directs the State Department to develop a strategy for modernizing energy grids internationally to handle increased power demands from AI systems. Representative Obernolte introduced it to address the massive energy consumption of AI data centers, which could strain power grids worldwide. The bill requires a plan within 180 days but doesn't create any regulations for businesses.
Last action: Feb 25, 2026
HR 7696
Rep. Jackson Lee introduced HR 7696 to protect critical infrastructure from AI-powered cyberattacks. The bill would require companies operating power grids, water systems, and other essential services to implement specific AI security measures and conduct regular vulnerability assessments. It creates new federal oversight of AI systems used in critical infrastructure with mandatory reporting of AI-related security incidents.
Last action: Feb 25, 2026
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