State-Level Data Center Energy Legislation Wave: Arizona, Delaware, Alabama, California, Georgia All Moving Bills

At least five states are advancing legislation requiring data centers to bear the cost of grid upgrades. Arizona's HB 2738 mandates 'cost responsibility agreements.' Delaware's SB 205 requires a 'transmission certificate' for loads over 100 MW. Georgia's SB 34 requires take-or-pay contracts for loads over 100 MW. Alaska's HB 259 requires 80% minimum billing regardless of usage. This mirrors the White House RPP framework and is reshaping how both commercial and public-sector data center projects are financed and sited.