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DemocratBill · H.R. 9372· House(119-HR-9372)

Data Infrastructure Energy Measurement and Standards Act

Rep. Subramanyam
Age: 40 years
Virginia
Introduced
6/18/2026
Last activity
6/25/2026 — Ordered to be Reported in the Nature of a Substitute (Amended) by the Yeas and Nays: 34 - 1.
Sponsored by
Suhas Subramanyam
Cosponsors
Democrat - 7Republican - 1
Science, Technology, Communications
  1. Introduced

What this bill would do

This bill is called the Data Infrastructure Energy Measurement and Standards Act. It directs the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop best practices for measuring how much energy and water data centers use. The bill also requires a study on data availability to improve energy demand forecasting capabilities. Additionally, the Director must coordinate with the Secretary of Energy and international partners on these energy metrics and data sharing. Finally, the bill authorizes $10,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2027 through 2029 to carry out these activities.

Yes· 3 of 14

  • Does this put more money into scientific research?+5

    The bill specifically funds a NIST measurement research program and promotes exchange with academia.

  • Does this cut the pollution that drives climate change?+3

    Better measurement and forecasting of energy use are foundational for reducing the carbon footprint of AI and data centers.

  • Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+3

    The bill includes measuring water use, helping to identify and mitigate environmental impacts on local water sources.

The opposite

  • Does this reduce what the federal government owes?-1

    The bill authorizes new government spending of $10 million annually from 2027 to 2029.

  • Does this reduce what the federal government spends?-1

    The bill authorizes additional federal spending for the NIST research program.