The Ratepayer Protection Act, sponsored by Senator Jon Husted and aimed at capping electricity bill hikes associated with data centers, failed to secure the 60 votes needed to advance in the U.S. Senate. Despite passing overwhelmingly in the House of Representatives, the bill faced significant opposition from Senator Martin Heinrich. This outcome could reduce regulatory pressure on data centers and decrease the likelihood of a moratorium in Texas. Political divisions within the Senate continue to shape the broader legislative outlook on data center regulations, with potential consequences for utility markets and energy policies.
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