The Oklahoma Senate on Tuesday unanimously passed legislation from Sen. Grant Green, whose district includes Seminole County, to protect Oklahomans from higher utility costs as a result of the growing number of data centers across the state.

The Senate passed an amended version of House Bill 2992, the Data Center Consumer Ratepayer Protection Act of 2026, that adds greater transparency requirements and community input for new developments.

“This legislation makes it abundantly clear that all developments that would put significant strain on Oklahoma’s electric grid must cover their own costs,” said Green, chair of the Senate Energy Committee. “Under no circumstances should Oklahoma families, farmers, ranchers and small business owners be left footing the bill.”