As congressional lawmakers grapple with the regulatory landscape for artificial intelligence, one House panel is turning its attention to permitting reform for data centers.
The House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Investigations and Oversight will hold a hearing Tuesday to examine the permitting processes associated with data centers and their energy sources. That’s something largely in the hands of states and localities.
Committee Republicans say the hearing will examine how “lengthy timelines, expanding compliance requirements, and approval uncertainty” hamper data center construction and hinder American competition with China.
“Artificial intelligence will define the next era of economic and national security leadership, but it cannot advance without reliable, abundant energy,” said Science, Space and Technology Chair Brian Babin (R-Texas) in a statement.
