Bill > HB1265

This bill establishes a one-year moratorium on the construction of new data centers in New Hampshire, defined as facilities with large groups of networked computer servers used for remote storage, processing, or distribution of large amounts of data. Simultaneously, the bill creates a legislative study committee to examine the environmental impact of data centers, consisting of three representatives appointed by the House Speaker and one senator appointed by the Senate President. Committee members will receive mileage compensation and are tasked with studying the environmental implications of data centers, electing a chairperson, and holding their first meeting within 45 days of the act's effective date. The committee is required to submit interim findings and recommendations to key state officials by November 1, 2025, and a final report by November 1, 2026. The act will take effect 60 days after passage, during which time no new data center construction will be permitted in the state, providing time for the committee to conduct its environmental assessment and potentially inform future legislation.

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