A bill to require reports on the effects of data centers on air quality and water quality, and on electricity consumption by data centers.
Latest action (30 Sep 2026): Introduced
What this bill does
This bill, titled "A bill to require reports on the effects of data centers on air quality and water quality, and on electricity consumption by data centers," has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. The bill's sponsor is Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware.
If enacted, this bill would require the collection and reporting of information concerning the environmental impact of data centers. Specifically, it mandates reports on how these facilities affect air quality and water quality. It also requires reports on the amount of electricity that data centers consume.
The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been introduced and referred to a committee for consideration. For the bill to become law, it would need to be passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then signed by the President. The full text of the bill detailing specific reporting requirements and timelines is not yet publicly available.
Plain-English summary generated by Bill100 AI from the official record. Always verify against the source below.
Official summary
This bill is in the first stage of the legislative process. It was introduced into Congress on September 30, 2026. It will typically be considered by committee next before it is possibly sent on to the House or Senate as a whole.
Common questions
- What does S. 5640 do?
- This bill, titled "A bill to require reports on the effects of data centers on air quality and water quality, and on electricity consumption by data centers," has been introduced in the U.S. Senate. The bill's sponsor is Senator Lisa Blunt Rochester of Delaware. If enacted, this bill would require the collection and reporting of information concerning the environmental impact of data centers. Specifically, it mandates reports on how these facilities affect air quality and water quality. It also requires reports on the amount of electricity that data centers consume. The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process. It has been introduced and referred to a committee for consideration. For the bill to become law, it would need to be passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives, and then signed by the President. The full text of the bill detailing specific reporting requirements and timelines is not yet publicly available.
- Has S. 5640 become law?
- Not yet. As of 30 Sep 2026, S. 5640 is introduced.
- Who sponsored S. 5640?
- S. 5640 was sponsored by Sen. Lisa Blunt Rochester [D-DE] (Democrat-DE), with 0 cosponsors.
- What's the latest action on S. 5640?
- Introduced (30 Sep 2026).
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