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Congress·In Committee·H.R. 8711

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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Unlikely to pass

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.

Key Points

Technology DigitalNational Security Foreign PolicyEnergy Environment

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
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Milestones

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May 7, 2026House

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.

May 7, 2026

Introduced in House

The bill was officially filed and given a number. It now enters the legislative queue.

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Source Information

Document Type

Congressional Bill

Official Title

Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act

Bill NumberHR 8711
Congress119th Congress
ChamberHouse of Representatives
Latest ActionReferred 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.

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