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Alabama data center bill fails despite senator backing
Original: Alabama senators back data center bill to curb energy costs, but vote falls short
Alabama senators voiced support for legislation aimed at curbing energy costs linked to data centers, but the bill fell short of the votes needed to pass. The measure was pitched as a way to limit the impact of large data center developments on electricity prices for residents. Its failure leaves the issue unresolved as demand for data centers grows across the state.
Why now: Data center expansion is driving up energy costs, making the bill's defeat a live concern for residents and lawmakers.
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- Alabama senators back data center bill to curb energy costs, but vote falls short · Alabama Daily News
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