POWER Act
Coverage of POWER Act in the Nexus archive.
- Oregon's 30% electricity rate hike for data centers starts today — and everyone else gets a discount
Oregon's electricity rates for data centers increased by 30% starting today under the POWER Act, while other customers receive discounts. The Oregon Public Utility Commission approved the new rates, impacting 963,000 customers.
- Illinois Is “Not Quite Ready” to Pass Data Center Regulations Despite Public Pressure
Illinois did not advance the POWER Act during its 2026 legislative session, which aims to regulate data centers' water usage, energy efficiency, and infrastructure costs. Governor JB Pritzker paused new data center tax incentives and directed lawmakers to revisit the issue during a November veto session, citing the need for a comprehensive framework. Supporters, including Prairie Rivers Network, expressed disappointment despite a poll showing 68% public support for the bill.
- Gov. Pritzker pauses data center subsidies | The Chicago Report
The POWER Act, aimed at regulating data centers in Illinois, failed to advance before the legislative deadline, leaving pending projects without new state regulations. Gov. J.B. Pritzker has paused data center tax incentives and is advocating for stricter standards on energy use, water consumption, and community impact.
- Portland General Electric is hiking data center electricity rates by 29% — and cutting them for everyone else
Portland General Electric is increasing electricity rates for data centers by 29% while reducing rates for other users. This change is tied to Oregon's POWER Act, which requires large energy users to cover infrastructure costs.