As anger mounts over the impacts of data centers, Republicans are wrestling with legislation that would address concerns over increased electricity and water demand that many voters associate with higher utility bills. But it’s not yet clear if any solution can move in the now-shortened September work period before House members go home to campaign.
House Energy and Commerce Committee members have been pushing GOP leaders to bring to the floor a bill the committee approved 52-0 in July. The bill is led by Reps. Gabe Evans, R-Colo., and Kathy Castor, D-Fla., both of whom are in competitive elections this year.
