Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez introduced the Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act. The legislation imposes a nationwide freeze on constructing new data centers designed for artificial intelligence.
The moratorium remains in effect until Congress establishes comprehensive federal safeguards for the technology. Proponents argue the halt is necessary to address significant energy and water consumption.
The bill also seeks to create new protections for workers, consumer privacy, and civil rights. This move represents one of the most aggressive policy proposals challenging rapid infrastructure expansion by major tech companies.