California lawmakers pass data center energy, water transparency bills

Name: California lawmakers pass data center energy, water transparency bills
Uploaded: 2026-09-18T01:43:19.000Z
Duration: 40 s
Description: California lawmakers have passed several bills aimed at increasing transparency for data centers regarding their energy and water use. The legislation also seeks to ensure that large power users contribute their fair share to grid costs. Governor Newsom has until the end of the month to decide whether to sign or veto these bills.

News Clip0:40Action News Now·CA·9/18/2026

California lawmakers have passed several bills aimed at increasing transparency for data centers regarding their energy and water use. The legislation also seeks to ensure that large power users contribute their fair share to grid costs. Governor Newsom has until the end of the month to decide whether to sign or veto these bills.

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California lawmakers have passed several bills that would require data centers to be more transparent about their energy and water use — and ensure large power users pay their share of grid costs. Governor Newsom has until the end of the month to decide whether to sign or veto the legislation.