HB1043Introduced in the House
Data center water regulation.
Introduced by Alex Burton, District 77
What does this bill do?
Plain-English breakdown
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Official description
Data center water regulation. Defines "data center". Prohibits a person from operating a data center in Indiana without obtaining a consumption permit from the department of natural resources (department). Sets forth information that must be included in a consumption permit application. Establishes procedures for the department to approve or deny a consumption permit application. Provides that a consumption permit may be transferred under certain circumstances. Provides that a person may consult with the department to assess the viability of a proposed data center with respect to water consumption. Allows the natural resources commission to adopt rules to implement this bill.
Where it stands
Representative Commons added as coauthor
January 8, 2026
How did lawmakers vote?
No recorded vote is available for this bill yet.
Bill history
Authored by Representative Burton
First reading: referred to Committee on Natural Resources
Representative Commons added as coauthor
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