Bill · H.Res. 1471· House(119-HRES-1471)
Expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that every American and community impacted by the construction or operation of an artificial intelligence data center should have the right to transparency and local autonomy.
- Introduced
- 8/3/2026
- Last activity
- 8/3/2026 — Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
- Sponsored by
- Ro Khanna
- Cosponsors
- - 0 - 1
- Introduced
- In Committee
A House resolution is the House speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the House agrees to it, it is officially the House's word; it is not a law, so the Senate and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
H. Res. 1471 expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that people and communities impacted by artificial intelligence data centers should have rights to transparency and local autonomy. The resolution proposes a Data Center Bill of Rights to give communities the power to oppose or regulate these facilities. It focuses on protecting local resources, public health, and ensuring economic fairness.
Yes· 3 of 42
Does this better protect air, water and wildlife?+8
Sets strict limits on air pollution, noise, and requires water consumption disclosure.
Does this put more rules on large technology companies?+8
Imposes significant restrictions, transparency requirements, and local autonomy over AI data centers.
Would households on low incomes be better off under this?+7
Prevents utility rate increases and mandates support for affordable housing.
The opposite
Would billionaires be better off under this?-5
Imposes strict regulations and tax clawbacks on the owners of AI infrastructure.
Would the very wealthiest people be better off under this?-4
Increases regulation and tax burdens on large-scale data center developers.
Does this leave more decisions to the states?-3
Specifically seeks to prevent state governments from overruling local municipal authority.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Local Control and Health Protections: Communities could ban data centers in residential areas and within 2,500 feet of homes, schools, childcare facilities, hospitals, or nursing homes (1).
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Local Governance: Counties and municipalities would keep the authority to regulate or prohibit data center development without being overruled by the State (3).
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Financial Protection: The resolution seeks to ensure no increase in electricity rates or fees for small businesses and households (5).
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Environmental and Health Standards: Data centers would be required to use clean energy and meet strict limits on air pollution and noise (6).
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Transparency and Informed Consent: People would receive an independent, public impact report on health, utility bills, and housing before a project is approved (7).
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Community Investment: The resolution requires enforceable agreements to support workforce training, affordable housing, infrastructure upgrades, and permanent technology jobs (8).
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Water Resource Management: Operators must disclose water consumption and obtain a written compatibility determination from local providers (9).
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Fiscal Accountability: Owners and developers would be required to pay their fair share of taxes, with clawback provisions for subsidies if conditions are not met (10).
Potential Negative Impacts for People
- Employment Limitations: The text notes that while construction creates jobs, even the largest facilities often employ fewer than 150 permanent workers.
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Good For Low Income Households+7Good For Children+6Good For Middle Class Households+6Good For Retirees+6Good For Rural Residents+6Good For Seniors+6Good For Farmers+5Good For Students+5Good For Union Workers+5Good For Urban Residents+5Good For Business Owners+4Good For Middle Aged+4Good For People With Disabilities+4Good For African Americans+3Good For Asian Americans+3Good For Hispanic Americans+3Good For Men+3Good For Native Americans+3Good For White Americans+3Good For Women+3Good For Young Adults+3Good For High Income Households+2Good For Billionaires-5Good For Ultra High Net Worth Individuals-4
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Improves Environmental Protections+8Reduces Carbon Emissions+7Increases Renewable Energy Investment+6Improves Public Land Management+5Improves Rural Development+4Reduces Fossil Fuel Production+2
- Economy And Finance
- Improves Consumer Protection+5Increases Corporate Taxes+5Improves Fiscal Responsibility+4Improves Small Business Support+4Increases Job Creation+3Improves Economic Growth+2Improves Union Protections+2
- Social Issues And Justice
- Improves Affordable Housing+6Improves Poverty Reduction+3Reduces Homelessness+3
- Education And Technology
- Increases Big Tech Regulation+8Improves Internet Access+3
- Governance And Ideology
- Improves Government Transparency+7Improves Due Process+4Increase States Rights-3
- 9/14/2026
- 1 Cosponsor added.
- 8/3/2026
- Submitted in House
- Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on the Judiciary, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Brian FitzpatrickRepublican · Pennsylvania