Public Lands Accountability Act clarifies requirements for hyperscale data centers on public lands.

The Public Lands Accountability Act mandates that the Bureau of Land Management consider the issuance of permits for hyperscale data centers on public lands as a major federal action under the National Environmental Policy Act. It prohibits categorical exclusions for such permits and requires additional environmental analysis. The act also mandates public engagement through a 45-day comment period and at least one public hearing. Additionally, applicants for rights-of-way for hyperscale data centers must submit workforce plans detailing job creation and compensation.

Public Lands Accountability Act clarifies requirements for hyperscale data centers on public lands.

The Public Lands Accountability Act mandates that the Bureau of Land Management consider the issuance of permits for hyperscale data centers on public lands as a major federal action under the National Environmental Policy Act. It prohibits categorical exclusions for such permits and requires additional environmental analysis. The act also mandates public engagement through a 45-day comment period and at least one public hearing. Additionally, applicants for rights-of-way for hyperscale data centers must submit workforce plans detailing job creation and compensation.