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And so they are, in a sense, dependent on the civilian grid for their ability to effect their mission here in the united states. but ultimately -- >> but, congressman, doesn't that make it even more frightening that the military is dependent on this same grid? >> well, it frightens me greatly. the military is hardened where we are on the civilian side are not and that's what the shield attempts to -- and the protection act has now been assigned to the homeland security committee, and i've been assured that's going to get a hearing, and i have great hope and belief that it's going to pass. >> a...

And so they are, in a sense, dependent on the civilian grid for their ability to effect their mission here in the united states. but ultimately -- >> but, congressman, doesn't that make it even more frightening that the military is dependent on this same grid? >> well, it frightens me greatly. the military is hardened where we are on the civilian side are not and that's what the shield attempts to -- and the protection act has now been assigned to the homeland security committee, and i've been assured that's going to get a hearing, and i have great hope and belief that it's going to pass. >> a...