Defending Our Energy and Water Act
To amend title 10, United States Code, to incorporate requirements for data centers for the protection of water resources, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB10004, aims to update regulations regarding data centers to better protect water resources. It intends to incorporate these new requirements into existing federal law. The primary sponsor is Hillary Scholten, with Suhas Subramanyam as a co-sponsor. The bill was introduced on July 30, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform and the Committee on Armed Services for further review.
The bill would primarily affect data centers by implementing stricter regulations to ensure they protect water resources. This could lead to changes in how data centers operate, potentially increasing costs for these companies. However, the ultimate goal is to safeguard water resources for future use. The impact on everyday citizens would be indirect, mainly through potential changes in data services and costs.
As of July 30, 2026, the bill is in its initial stages, having been introduced and referred to the relevant committees. It has not yet been scheduled for a committee hearing or further action. Citizens interested in this bill can expect updates as it progresses through the legislative process.
