Lawmakers Introduced No Secrets for Data Centers Act
A new bipartisan bill aims to ban non-disclosure agreements in federal data center project negotiations.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Data Centers
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Representative Greg Landsman has introduced the No Secrets for Data Centers Act, a bipartisan bill that would void existing non-disclosure agreements between government officials and data center firms. The legislation also prohibits companies from receiving government subsidies if those agreements require confidentiality.
Why it matters
The bill is designed to move negotiations for artificial intelligence data center projects into the public eye. By stripping confidentiality requirements, proponents hope to increase transparency in how government entities manage infrastructure development.
The legislation mandates the voiding of existing non-disclosure agreements regarding data center projects and prohibits the granting of government subsidies to firms that mandate confidentiality in negotiations.
The players
Greg Landsman
He is a U.S. Representative currently serving the Ohio district that includes Cincinnati.
Tom Barrett
He is a U.S. Representative who co-introduced the bipartisan legislation regarding data center transparency.
Jamie Raskin
He is a U.S. Representative who co-introduced the bill to prohibit confidentiality agreements for data centers.
The details
The No Secrets for Data Centers Act targets the practice of government officials signing confidentiality agreements with private companies during project talks. Under the new rules, any subsidy eligibility becomes contingent on the complete removal of these non-disclosure requirements.
Timeline
September 24, 2026: Representative Greg Landsman introduced the No Secrets for Data Centers Act.
The Tech Race
The legislation marks a significant pivot in the ongoing expansion of AI infrastructure, forcing a move away from the private, non-transparent negotiations that have characterized recent industry growth. This policy shift challenges the established norm of using confidentiality to expedite large-scale development projects.
The proposed legislation could shift how public money is utilized for infrastructure, potentially leading to increased scrutiny of future AI facility developments in local areas. Users may eventually see more transparent public records regarding project negotiations and subsidy approvals in their communities.
The takeaway
The proposed law emphasizes that public subsidies should not be shielded by private confidentiality clauses in the pursuit of infrastructure development. Citizens can expect potential shifts in the transparency of upcoming regional technology projects as this bill moves through the legislative process.
Further reading
For more information on the evolving standards for facility transparency, visit the Data Centers section.
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