Rep. Cuellar Introduces the Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026
· Texas Border Business
U.S. Congressman Henry Cuellar has introduced the Ratepayer Bill of Rights Act of 2026, aimed at regulating data centers' impact on local resources. The legislation mandates that data centers disclose their water and electricity demands, ensuring that local communities are not burdened with the costs associated with their construction and operations. It establishes ten rights for affected communities, including the right to reliable water and electricity, advance notice of projects, and public input. Cuellar emphasizes that economic growth should not lead to increased utility bills or diminished water reliability for families and farmers in South Texas.
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