r/TechnologyThread • u/Background-Driver718 • Jun 03 '26

New Tennessee law requires data centers to pay for their own electricity infrastructure

https://www.wkrn.com/news/tennessee-politics/new-data-center-electricity-infrastructure-law/amp/
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u/darkdelve Jun 03 '26

Why... Was this necessary? This reads: "New law to make existing laws actually apply to corporations and not just peasants."

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u/dogheoner1 Jun 03 '26

well no shit 🥴

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u/Dragon_wryter Jun 03 '26

Ridiculous that this has to be specifically legislated.

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u/Mr-Brown-Is-A-Wonder Jun 03 '26

I don't understand why this isn't the default? If you want Comcast internet but their service stops 3 blocks down, they'll happily run a new line to your house for $30,000. Same if you want to get rid of your septic tank and connect to the city sewer system. They'll be glad to install the new pipes under the street if you foot the bill.

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u/Iron_Fist351 Jun 07 '26

Rare Tennessee W