"TAXES MONEY, BIG PHARMA & DATA CENTER DANGERS - WHAT THEY'RE NOT TELLING YOU"

During a congressional hearing, Senator Hawley highlighted growing concerns from his Missouri constituents about the potential health risks associated with data centers. He noted that Missouri is home to approximately 60 data centers, with many more proposed, and residents frequently inquire about dangers such as electromagnetic fields (EMF) and noise levels. Hawley cited a large data center in North Kansas City consuming 700 megawatts of power, enough for 300,000 homes, and detailed public worries about increased cancer risks, headaches, migraines, vertigo, and other neurological disorders stemming from living near these facilities. He formally requested that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) undertake studies to assess these potential health effects and provide clear guidance to the American public. The Secretary of HHS acknowledged the senator's concerns, confirming that he has personally litigated on EMF issues in the past, leading to a court-ordered review of FDC regulations. He concurred that there is a range of well-documented, grave neurological injuries and cancer risks associated with EMF exposure, along with increased permeability of the blood-brain barrier. To address these issues, the Secretary stated that he has directed both ARPA and the Surgeon General's office to conduct meta-reviews or foundational studies on the health impacts of data centers. This initiative aims to better inform the public as thousands of new data centers continue to be built across the country.