Collins Lawrence

The "Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act" (H.R. 9442) was introduced in the 119th Congress on June 24, 2026. The bill aims to establish a moratorium on the construction and operation of new artificial intelligence data centers. It intends to regulate the proliferation of such facilities by prohibiting their establishment during a specified period. Specific directives and actions outlined in the bill include setting limitations on the expansion and creation of these data centers, potentially addressing concerns related to data privacy, security, and environmental impact. More detailed provisions can be found in the bill's official PDF available at the provided URL.