DATA CENTERS-SUPPLY OWN ENERGY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Tony McCombie

The bill focuses on regulating and encouraging how Illinois data centers source and secure their energy, including potential on-site or dedicated supply arrangements and related re

Referred to Rules Committee

Summary of HR 744 (104th Illinois General Assembly)

Purpose and intent

The bill is titled “DATA CENTERS-SUPPLY OWN ENERGY.”

It aims to address energy supply considerations for data centers within Illinois, focusing on how data center facilities procure and use energy, and how their energy consumption and supply arrangements are managed or regulated at the state level.

Key provisions and changes

Establishes or clarifies requirements related to data center energy supply, potentially including:

Standards for energy sourcing (e.g., dependence on own energy supply versus grid purchases).
Incentives or obligations for data centers to secure reliable power supplies.
Possible reporting or disclosure requirements about energy use, energy sourcing, or reliability measures.

May define definitions relevant to data centers and energy supply (e.g., what constitutes a data center for purposes of implementation).

Could specify coordination with public utilities, energy providers, or state energy programs to ensure sufficient, reliable energy for data center operations.

May address siting, permitting, or regulatory compliance aspects related to energy infrastructure supporting data centers.

Potentially outlines penalties, enforcement mechanisms, or compliance timelines if applicable.

Who/what is affected

Data centers operating or planning to operate in Illinois.

Energy providers and utilities serving data center facilities.

State agencies overseeing energy policy, utilities regulation, and economic development.

Local governments or municipalities involved in permitting and siting of data centers.

Procedural and timeline aspects

As a bill from the 104th Illinois General Assembly, the normal process includes committee referrals, potential amendments, and floor consideration. Details such as effective dates, phase-in schedules, or sunset provisions would be specified in the bill text.

If enacted, implementation timelines would typically outline when energy supply requirements or reporting obligations become effective.

Notes

The bill’s title suggests a focus on “supply own energy,” which could imply encouraging or mandating data centers to secure a portion of their energy through on-site generation, dedicated contracts, or approved self-supply arrangements, in addition to or in place of standard grid purchases.

Specific dollar amounts, percent thresholds, exact definitions, and enforcement mechanisms would be contained in the full bill text and any accompanying fiscal notes or amendments.

If you’d like, I can tailor this summary further after reviewing the exact language and any fiscal impact statements or amendments associated with HR 744.