Smart Data Center Policy Act
In committee: it can still change before the session ends.
- Stage
- In committee
- Started in
- House
- Latest action
- Aug 3
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Introduced (Done)
Committee (Current step)
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What it does
The Smart Data Center Policy Act would direct the Secretary of Commerce to conduct a study on the impacts of locating data centers near or within military installations, rail hubs, airports, air cargo facilities, air traffic control facilities, and industrial zones. The study would assess construction costs, effects on energy grids, environment, and water systems, identify suitable locations with adequate infrastructure, and explore potential federal incentives to encourage such development. A report on the study’s findings must be submitted to specified congressional committees within 180 days of enactment. The bill affects federal agencies, data center developers, and local communities near covered locations by informing future siting decisions and potential policy support.
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