Requires data center facilities to disclose detailed information and comply with specific standards before approval.

The bill mandates that applications for new data center facilities must include detailed disclosures, such as energy management plans, greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, and compliance with industry standards like PCI DSS and HIPAA. The Department of Environmental Protection and local governments must publicly post this information for 30 days before approval. Data centers must also comply with standards for waste management, electrical safety, and worker safety. Failure to comply with reporting requirements may result in fines of up to $10,000 per violation.

Requires data center facilities to disclose detailed information and comply with specific standards before approval.

The bill mandates that applications for new data center facilities must include detailed disclosures, such as energy management plans, greenhouse gas emissions, water usage, and compliance with industry standards like PCI DSS and HIPAA. The Department of Environmental Protection and local governments must publicly post this information for 30 days before approval. Data centers must also comply with standards for waste management, electrical safety, and worker safety. Failure to comply with reporting requirements may result in fines of up to $10,000 per violation.