Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act
Rep. Subramanyam Introduces Bill to Protect Data Centers and Surrounding Neighborhoods
This bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process and is being reviewed by two House committees. It is actively moving forward as it waits for these committees to finish their work. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
Legislative Progress
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Key Points
Impact Analysis
Personal Impact
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”
Milestones
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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Source Information
Document Type
Congressional Bill
Official Title
Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act
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