Virginia congressman unveils plan to regulate data centers
Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam introduced four bills aimed at regulating data centers. The proposed legislation would require facilities to pay for their own power, track water and energy consumption, and guide the siting of new centers. The Congressman also warned about data centers being potential targets for adversaries.
Virginia Congressman Suhas Subramanyam recently unveiled a package of four bills designed to regulate data centers within the state. The proposed legislation addresses several key areas including power consumption, water and energy usage tracking, and the siting of new data center facilities.
Specifically, the bills aim to mandate that data centers cover the full cost of their power, diligently monitor their water and energy footprints, and adhere to guidelines determining suitable locations for new developments. In addition to these regulatory measures, Congressman Subramanyam has issued a warning, suggesting that data centers could potentially become targets for foreign adversaries, highlighting a national security concern associated with their proliferation.