Tennessee SB1682 regulates data centers by requiring registration, reporting, and penalties for non-compliance.
Tennessee SB1682 amends various titles to regulate data centers. It mandates that data centers with a power capacity of over 20 megawatts must register with the Tennessee Public Utility Commission. Owners or operators must provide details such as the data center's address, contact information, power capacity, and utility providers. Electric and water utilities must report service rates and usage to the commission. The commission can assess penalties for non-compliance and publish monthly reports on data center electricity and water use. The act takes effect July 1, 2026.
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