HB1461

AN ACT to amend Tennessee Code Annotated, Title 4; Title 8 and Title 68, relative to high performance computing facilities.

Failed·3/4/26

Tennessee HB1461 mandates annual reporting and auditing for high performance computing facilities, requiring them to devote at least 50% of their.

Tennessee HB1461 amends state code to regulate high performance computing (HPC) facilities, which are defined as those using over 50 megawatts per month. Operators must annually report energy use and public benefits to the Department of Environment and Conservation, the Comptroller of the Treasury, and local governments. They must also conduct internal audits and permit external audits. Failure to comply results in suspension of operating licenses and permits. The act defines "public benefit" broadly, including effects on society, academia, public health, and the economy.

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Roll Call Votes

HOUSE AGRICULTURE AND NATURAL RESOURCES SUBCOMMITTEE: Failed in s/c Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee of Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee

2 Yea

DD

6 Nay

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History

Mar 4

House

Failed in s/c Agriculture and Natural Resources Subcommittee of Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee

Feb 25

House

Placed on s/c cal Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee for 3/4/2026

Jan 14

House

P2C, ref. to Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee