The Senate Voted 73-25 to Start Debate on a Bill Making Data Centers Pay Their Own Power Bills
The Senate voted 73-25 on November 9, 2026, to open debate on the Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act, which would make data centers pay their own power and grid-upgrade costs, speed federal permits, and cut the NEPA lawsuit window to 150 days. The bill still needs a final Senate vote, House approval, and President Trump's signature, who both praised the bill and said it was not fully agreed; Senator Catherine Cortez Masto opposes final passage if Title III stays in.
