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HB 5076 Connecticut House · 2025 Regular Session

AN ACT CONCERNING ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY REQUIREMENTS FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE DATA CENTERS.

HB 5076 requires all new and existing AI data centers in Connecticut to use at least 50% renewable energy, implement water conservation measures, and report annual energy/water consumption and emissions. It mandates the use of energy storage systems and modern grid infrastructure as part of efficiency standards. The bill also provides tax credits, grants, and research funding to support the development of compliant data centers. This law directly affects AI data center operators by setting concrete environmental performance requirements.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credits and grants to fund compliance with energy/water efficiency requirements for AI data centers.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyMandates 50% renewable energy use, provides tax credits/grants for compliance, and requires energy efficiency measures for AI data centers.95% confidence ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentMandates 50% renewable energy, water conservation, and emissions reporting for data centers, with funding to advance environmental protection and reduce carbon footprint.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill mandates renewable energy/water conservation for AI data centers, provides tax credits/grants for compliance, and funds sustainable development in AI infrastructure, directly advancing technology sustainability.95% confidence
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Introduced Jan 10, 2025 Last action Jan 10, 2025
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Christopher Rosario
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