Computers and Electronic Processing - As introduced, requires high performance computing (HPC) facility operators to devote 50 percent of the computing and data processing output of the facility for a public benefit; requires HPC facility operators to produce an annual report of the facility's energy consumption and carbon footprint; requires such operators to conduct an annual internal compliance audit and submit to an audit upon request by certain governmental entities. - Amends TCA Title 4; Title 8 and Title 68.

HB 1461 requires operators of high-performance computing (HPC) facilities in Tennessee - defined as facilities using over 50 megawatts monthly - to dedicate at least 50% of their computing power to public benefits like education, environmental projects, or community services. It mandates annual reports on energy use, carbon emissions, and how public benefits were achieved, plus internal compliance audits. Noncompliance could lead to license suspension until corrected. The bill directly affects HPC facility operators, including data centers and AI-focused facilities, but excludes government-owned operations.