# Data Centers Pay Up or Face Pushback | Anchorage News

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Published: 2026-09-19T03:25:05+00:00
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The House just passed a groundbreaking bill requiring big data centers to pay for the electricity they consume — a rare bipartisan win that’s sparking fierce debate. While lawmakers agree these energy-hungry facilities are straining the grid and utility bills, opinions diverge on how to handle them: some want outright bans, others push for local control, and progressives demand stronger regulations. President Trump dismisses the concerns as a “hoax,” while environmental groups say the bill’s too weak. With the Senate yet to act and tax incentives under fire, this contentious issue is heating up as elections near — and the future of AI’s energy appetite hangs in the balance. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://alaskabeacon.com/2026/09/18/repub/trump-likes-data-centers-congress-seems-stuck-the-midterms-could-deliver-a-verdict/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/a221bd5b694c5ac7 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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