AI Data Centers Face New Cost Pressure | US News

US News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Congressman Byron Donalds is leading a bold legislative push to force AI data centers to pay for their own energy and water, arguing it’s fair and will shield everyday Americans from rising utility bills. As AI infrastructure explodes nationwide, communities — especially in Florida — are rallying against new data centers, citing skyrocketing costs, environmental damage, and disruption. With Governor Ron DeSantis already enacting similar rules, Donalds, running to replace him, vows to expand the effort, moving facilities away from cities and prioritizing efficiency. This issue is now a major…