Tennessee · 114th Regular Session (2025-2026) · Bill

HB 2456: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, requires certain data centers to register with the department of revenue; requires fuel suppliers, and electric and water utilities that provide fuel and service respectively to registered data centers to report usage and rates to the department; requires the commissioner to compile and publish certain information based on reports received from utilities. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 10; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 69.

In committee Last action March 18, 2026: Failed in s/c Business and Utilities Subcommittee of Commerce Committee

Plain-language summary

HB 2456 is a bill introduced in the Tennessee House on February 3, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, requires certain data centers to register with the department of revenue; requires fuel suppliers, and electric and water utilities that provide fuel and service respectively to registered data centers to report usage and rates to the department; requires the commissioner to compile and publish certain information based on reports received from utilities. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 10; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 69. Primary sponsor: Justin Pearson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 18, 2026): Failed in s/c Business and Utilities Subcommittee of Commerce Committee.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Justin Pearson (Democratic).