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Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that every American and community impacted by the construction or operation of an artificial intelligence data center should have the right to transparency and local autonomy.

USA119th CongressHRES-1471| House 
| Updated: 8/3/2026
Ro Khanna

Ro Khanna

Democratic Representative

California

Judiciary Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted
This House Resolution expresses the sense of the House that every American and community affected by the construction or operation of an artificial intelligence data center should possess rights to transparency and local autonomy. It highlights significant concerns regarding current data center practices, including the use of nondisclosure agreements, substantial water and electricity consumption, and potential environmental pollution from noise and air contaminants. The resolution also notes that while data center construction can create jobs, the number of permanent positions is often limited compared to the scale of the facilities. To address these issues, the resolution advocates for a **Data Center Bill of Rights** to empower communities. This proposed framework would grant communities the right to **ban data centers** in residential areas or near sensitive facilities like schools and hospitals, and to **reject proposed centers** through transparent local processes. It also seeks to preserve **local authority** over development, allow for **statewide pauses** on new centers, and demand **no increase in electricity rates** for households or small businesses. Further provisions require data centers to use **clean and reliable energy**, meet strict **noise and air pollution limits**, and provide **independent impact reports** assessing effects on utilities, public health, and housing before project approval. Additionally, it mandates **enforceable community benefit agreements**, disclosure of **water consumption**, and ensures data center owners pay their **fair share of State and local taxes**, with transparent subsidies and strong labor standards.
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Aug 3, 2026
Submitted in House
Aug 3, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
  • August 3, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • August 3, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.

Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that every American and community impacted by the construction or operation of an artificial intelligence data center should have the right to transparency and local autonomy.

USA119th CongressHRES-1471| House 
| Updated: 8/3/2026
This House Resolution expresses the sense of the House that every American and community affected by the construction or operation of an artificial intelligence data center should possess rights to transparency and local autonomy. It highlights significant concerns regarding current data center practices, including the use of nondisclosure agreements, substantial water and electricity consumption, and potential environmental pollution from noise and air contaminants. The resolution also notes that while data center construction can create jobs, the number of permanent positions is often limited compared to the scale of the facilities. To address these issues, the resolution advocates for a **Data Center Bill of Rights** to empower communities. This proposed framework would grant communities the right to **ban data centers** in residential areas or near sensitive facilities like schools and hospitals, and to **reject proposed centers** through transparent local processes. It also seeks to preserve **local authority** over development, allow for **statewide pauses** on new centers, and demand **no increase in electricity rates** for households or small businesses. Further provisions require data centers to use **clean and reliable energy**, meet strict **noise and air pollution limits**, and provide **independent impact reports** assessing effects on utilities, public health, and housing before project approval. Additionally, it mandates **enforceable community benefit agreements**, disclosure of **water consumption**, and ensures data center owners pay their **fair share of State and local taxes**, with transparent subsidies and strong labor standards.
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Timeline
Aug 3, 2026
Submitted in House
Aug 3, 2026
Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
  • August 3, 2026
    Submitted in House


  • August 3, 2026
    Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, 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.
Ro Khanna

Ro Khanna

Democratic Representative

California

Judiciary Committee, Energy and Commerce Committee

  • Introduced
  • In Committee
  • On Floor
  • Passed Chamber
  • Enacted