Federal HB10041 mandates a study on the impact of placing data centers near military installations, rail hubs, airports, and industrial zones.

Federal HB10041, the Smart Data Center Policy Act, requires the Secretary of Commerce to study the effects of locating data centers near military installations, rail hubs, airports, air cargo facilities, air traffic control facilities, and industrial zones. The study will assess costs, energy grid impact, environmental effects, water system impact, and identify suitable locations with necessary infrastructure. It will also explore potential federal incentives for such placements. The findings must be reported to Congress within 180 days of the act's enactment.

Federal HB10041 mandates a study on the impact of placing data centers near military installations, rail hubs, airports, and industrial zones.

Federal HB10041, the Smart Data Center Policy Act, requires the Secretary of Commerce to study the effects of locating data centers near military installations, rail hubs, airports, air cargo facilities, air traffic control facilities, and industrial zones. The study will assess costs, energy grid impact, environmental effects, water system impact, and identify suitable locations with necessary infrastructure. It will also explore potential federal incentives for such placements. The findings must be reported to Congress within 180 days of the act's enactment.