OKLAHOMA CITY (April 28th) – The Oklahoma Senate today unanimously passed legislation from Sen. Grant Green, R-Wellston, to protect Oklahomans from higher utility costs as a result of the growing number of data centers across the state.
The Senate passed an amended version of House Bill 2992, the Data Center Consumer Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026, that adds greater transparency requirements and community input for new developments.
“This legislation makes it abundantly clear that all developments that would put significant strain on Oklahoma’s electric grid must cover their own costs,” said Green, chair of the Senate Energy Committee. “Under no circumstances should Oklahoma families, farmers, ranchers and small business owners be left footing the bill.”
Read more »by Muskogee Politico - May 1, 2026 at 01:44PM
State Senate amends bill to protect Oklahomans from higher utility costs from data centers, increase transparency
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