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This bill requires the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority (PURA), in collaboration with the Office of Consumer Counsel, the Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, and the regional independent system operator (ISO), to conduct an uncontested proceeding to assess how large data centers affect the reliability of the electric distribution system. The purpose of this evaluation is to understand the potential strain that large data centers might place on electrical infrastructure and identify any challenges or opportunities related to their energy consumption. By bringing together multiple stakeholders from different agencies, the bill aims to gain a comprehensive understanding of how these significant electricity consumers might impact the overall stability and performance of the electric grid. This assessment could potentially inform future policy decisions or infrastructure planning related to data center development and electrical system management.

Transportation and Infrastructure

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