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H.R. 8488

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AI Data Center Site Selection Transparency Act of 2026
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Committee
Latest Action · April 23, 2026
Referred to the House Committee on Energy and Commerce.
Congress
119th (2025–2027)
Introduced
April 23, 2026
Cosponsors (9)
9D 0R
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This bill requires companies that develop artificial intelligence data centers to publicly disclose their plans at least 180 days before construction begins. Developers must notify local elected officials and the public through press releases, social media, direct mail, physical signage, and multilingual materials about the proposed location, resources needed, and expected environmental impacts. The bill also mandates that an independent third party conduct environmental impact analysis funded by the developer, and restricts the use of non-disclosure agreements during the development process, particularly with government entities. The Federal Trade Commission will enforce these requirements and can treat violations as unfair or deceptive business practices under existing FTC law. The bill applies to companies engaged in interstate or foreign commerce, including those that transmit data across state lines or participate in interstate markets for computing infrastructure.

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