Data Centers Pay Up or Face Pushback | Anchorage News

The House just passed a groundbreaking bill requiring big data centers to pay for the electricity they consume — a rare bipartisan win that’s sparking fierce debate. While lawmakers agree these energy-hungry facilities are straining the grid and utility bills, opinions diverge on how to handle them: some want outright bans, others push for local control, and progressives demand stronger regulations. President Trump dismisses the concerns as a “hoax,” while environmental groups say the bill’s too weak. With the Senate yet to act and tax incentives under fire, this contentious issue is heating up as elections near — and the future of AI’s energy appetite hangs in the balance.

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