Data Infrastructure Energy Measurement and Standards Act
To direct the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology to develop best practices for measuring data center energy use, study data availability for the purpose of improving energy demand forecasting capabilities, and for other purposes.
This bill aims to improve the way we measure and forecast energy use in data centers. It tasks the Director of the National Institute of Standards and Technology with creating best practices for measuring data center energy consumption and studying data availability to better predict energy demand. This would primarily affect data center operators, energy providers, and potentially consumers, by potentially leading to more efficient energy use and lower costs.
The bill was introduced on June 18, 2026, and was referred to the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology. This means it is now under review by experts in the field, who will assess its feasibility and potential impact. As of now, no further actions have been recorded, but the committee will likely hold hearings and make recommendations on how to proceed.
Key steps so far include its introduction on June 18, 2026, and its referral to the relevant committee. The next steps will involve committee discussions and possible amendments before it can move forward in the legislative process.
