Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act

Hozzl · 2026-06-25T08:23:31Z

Explore the details of House Bill 9442 Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act currently in Congress. Get insights into its purpose, current status, sponsors, and potential impact on undefined. Stay informed on legislative developments.

6/25/2026, 8:23 AM

Summary of Bill HR 9442

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.

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Current Status of Bill HR 9442

Bill HR 9442 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since June 24, 2026. Bill HR 9442 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the House on June 24, 2026. Bill HR 9442's most recent activity was Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Foreign Affairs, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. as of June 24, 2026

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Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 9442

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Alternate Title(s) of Bill HR 9442

Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act

To impose a moratorium on the construction of new data centers until legislation is enacted that safeguards the public from the dangers of artificial intelligence.

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Spencer Bowden

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1 day ago

I can't believe this bill is actually happening. It's going to mess everything up for me and my future. Can't they see how this is going to impact us all? #frustrated #HRBill9442