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Federal study would examine how data centers affect nearby communities

Officially: Data Center Community Impact Act

The Energy Department would study how data centers affect low-income communities and communities of color. The study would cover water, power use, pollution, jobs, taxes, land, health risks, and home values. It would produce a report and advice, but no new limits or rules.

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What this bill actually does

The Energy Department must study how data centers affect low-income communities and communities of color across the country.
The Energy Department must work with the Environmental Protection Agency, the Commerce Department, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and the White House Council on Environmental Quality.
The study must look at how much water data centers use. It must also look at effects on local water supplies and drought-prone areas.

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Introduced

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House Committee

Under House committee consideration

Latest: Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce. (3/5/2026)

MAR 5

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Senate Review

Sent to Senate for consideration

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Passed Both Chambers

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Signed by the President

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