IN-HB 1043
2026 session
Legislation
Data center water regulation.
Introduced / in committee
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Representative Commons added as coauthor
Jan 8, 2026
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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.…
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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.
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Linked record: iga.in.gov
Sponsor / agency: Alex Burton
Record last checked: Oct 13, 2026
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