Power and Water for Families Act of 2026
To facilitate the responsible development of data centers and related infrastructure, to protect existing ratepayers from the shifting of incremental infrastructure costs attributable to large-load facilities, to encourage investment in water reuse, and for other purposes.
This bill, HB9419, aims to support the responsible growth of data centers and their infrastructure while ensuring that existing utility customers are not burdened with increased costs for these facilities. It also encourages investments in water reuse projects. The bill was introduced on June 24, 2026, by Michael Baumgartner and has been referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on Energy and Commerce for further review.
This legislation is intended to benefit data center operators by making it easier for them to build and expand their facilities, as well as to encourage new investments in water reuse technologies. At the same time, it seeks to protect current utility customers by preventing them from having to cover the costs associated with new infrastructure needed to support large-load facilities like data centers. The goal is to balance the needs of businesses with the interests of everyday utility users.
Currently, HB9419 has been introduced and referred to two committees for further consideration. The next steps will involve committee reviews, possible amendments, and a vote in the House before it can move to the next stage of the legislative process.
