Bill · H.R. 6984· House(119-HR-6984)

Data Center Transparency Act

Age: 41 years

New Jersey

Introduced: 1/8/2026
Last activity: 1/8/2026 — Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Sponsored by: Robert Menendez
Cosponsors: - 12 - 2

Environmental Protection

Introduced
In Committee

What this bill would do

The Data Center Transparency Act requires specific reports regarding the environmental and energy impacts of data centers. The Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency must submit reports every three months regarding water consumption, water reuse, effects on local water systems, and greenhouse gas emissions. These reports must be submitted to Congress and made available on a website. Additionally, the Administrator of the Energy Information Administration is tasked with collecting data on total energy consumption by data centers every six months. The Energy Information Administration must then submit reports to Congress and the public regarding energy consumption by State, changes in energy use, and impacts on household energy bills.

Yes· 3 of 11

Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see?+6
The bill significantly increases government transparency by mandating public access to data on data center resource consumption.
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+5
The bill enhances environmental oversight by requiring reports on water quality, air quality, and greenhouse gas emissions.
Does this give people more protection from unfair business practices?+5
The bill improves consumer protection by providing transparency regarding how data center energy and water usage affects household utility bills.