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The Lower Energy Bill
New program could lower energy bills for local families
Data center tax revenue; creates local residential renewable energy incentive program.
Good for everyday people ·
This bill would help families save money on energy bills by using funds from data centers.
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If this bill passes, families could pay less for their electricity. It's important to support it now so we can help more people save money and use clean energy.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- 15 percent of new data center revenue will go to help families with solar energy and battery storage.
- The program aims to reduce electricity costs and reliance on fossil fuels.
- Local governments must create a program if they have at least 20 data centers.
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