A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Ratepayer Protection Pledge announced on March 4, 2026, reflects sound national policy to protect ratepayers in the United States, promote electricity affordability, and ensure that all people of the United States, including households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms, have access to reliable and affordable energy as artificial intelligence and data center infrastructure expands across the United States.
Sen. Scott Introduces Resolution Supporting Tech Giants' Pledge to Pay for AI Power Costs
This resolution is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It was recently sent to the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources for review. There are no upcoming votes scheduled at this time.
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Farms are specifically listed as groups that should benefit from affordable energy as AI data center infrastructure grows. Rural areas near data center developments could face disproportionate rate increases, so the pledge concept is especially relevant for energy-intensive farming operations.
“ensure that all people of the United States, including households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms, have access to reliable and affordable energy”
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Referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text: CR S1618-1619)
Sent to a congressional committee for expert review. The committee decides whether this bill moves forward.
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A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Ratepayer Protection Pledge announced on March 4, 2026, reflects sound national policy to protect ratepayers in the United States, promote electricity affordability, and ensure that all people of the United States, including households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms, have access to reliable and affordable energy as artificial intelligence and data center infrastructure expands across the United States.
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