Senate Democrats have blocked a bipartisan-backed bill aimed at reducing electricity costs for data centers, arguing the legislation lacks meaningful provisions to address the issue effectively. The measure, which secured broad support in the House, failed to secure the 60 votes needed for passage in the Senate. Critics contend the bill offers only symbolic measures without concrete solutions for ratepayers struggling with rising energy expenses. The standoff highlights deep divisions over how to tackle growing concerns about data center energy demands and their financial impact on consumers.
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Democrats block data center bill in Senate Senate Democrats blocked a bill that seeks to address data center electricity costs, calling it ineffective and “toothless.” Though the legislation passed the House with significant bipartisan support. © Greg Nash Democrats did not provide the Ratepayer Protection Act with the 60...
