Rep. Subramanyam Introduces Bill to Protect Data Centers and Surrounding Neighborhoods
The Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act is in the early stages of the legislative process. It was sent to the House Committee on Homeland Security and the Committee on Energy and Commerce on May 6, 2026. These committees must review the bill before it can move forward, but no further action has occurred since that date.
This bill is in the very early stages of the lawmaking process. Most bills introduced in the House do not become law without a large group of supporters from both parties.
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Homeowners living near data centers would benefit from a federal strategy that specifically examines the implications of data centers sited near residential areas. The strategy could lead to recommendations that address noise, resource competition (especially water and electricity), and safety concerns for people who live close to these large facilities.
“any potential implications of data centers that are sited in proximity to communities or other residential areas”
Referred to the Committee on Homeland Security, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
Introduced in House
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Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act
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