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The Data Center Bill
Indiana looks at data center power use before permits
Data center development.
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
If passed, data centers would have to tell the utility commission how much electricity they use each quarter and reveal power and water plans before getting building permits.
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The bill could help Indiana plan its power grid and protect water supplies, but it adds paperwork and possible delays for data center owners, who may push back.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- Requires quarterly electricity use reports from data centers.
- Commission must publish a summary of the reports on its website.
- Local governments must require disclosure of projected power and water use before issuing permits.
- A working group must estimate future electricity demand and report by Oct 31, 2026.
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