H.R. 9777 mandates that both new and existing data centers utilize off-grid power and water supplies. This means that data centers would need to rely on renewable or alternative energy sources and independent water systems instead of traditional grid-based utilities.
Supporters of H.R. 9777 argue that the bill promotes sustainability and environmental responsibility by encouraging data centers to adopt renewable energy sources. This could significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the tech industry and contribute to long-term resource conservation.
Critics of H.R. 9777 raise concerns about the feasibility and cost implications of requiring data centers to transition to off-grid systems. They argue that such a mandate could lead to increased operational costs for businesses and may hinder technological innovation in the sector.
The analysis of H.R. 9777, sponsored by Byron Donalds, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter concerning off-grid power and water supplies for data centers. The primary lobbying activity in this policy area includes significant contributions from various organizations, such as the American College of Emergency Physicians, which contributed $498,299. However, these contributions do not directly relate to the bill's focus on data centers and their energy and water sourcing. Therefore, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal, as the financial interests of the donors do not align with the legislative intent of the bill.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | $498,299 |
| TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | $150,000 |
| COLLIER COLLECTIVE, LLC | MCCOLL STRATEGIES LLC | $40,000 |
| HART HEALTH STRATEGIES | TIM YEHL, LLC | $40,000 |
| PANO AI | PANO AI | $40,000 |
| ALLIANCE FOR AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $30,000 |
| BSA, THE SOFTWARE ALLIANCE | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| PSEG SERVICES CORPORATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| COUNTY OF NAPA | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| LAKE COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NEVADA COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| HUMBOLDT COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATORS | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| CLARK COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Byron Donalds, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
