The hearing was requested by Sen. Rosemary Brown (R-Lackawanna) and will be chaired by Sen. David Argall (R-Schuylkill).
“This hearing provides a critical opportunity for local government, state officials, and the public to come together and explore the facts surrounding data center development,” said Sen. Brown. “As this issue continues to spark strong opinions and concerns, it’s more important than ever that we engage in informed, constructive dialogue based on reliable information.
“At my request, the Senate Policy Committee is convening this hearing in my district so we can better understand the challenges and opportunities associated with this rapidly evolving industry and ensure that any decisions made are in the best interest of our residents,” Sen. Brown added.
“Locating data centers in northeast Pennsylvania could improve our economy, however we must ensure that our local communities are protected from any harmful side effects,” said Sen. Argall. “I look forward to learning more about this important issue.”
Panelists will include local officials, business and labor interests, the energy sector, conservationists, and economic developers.
The public roundtable will be livestreamed on the Senate Majority Policy Committee’s website.
Click Here for the Committee announcement.
Resource Links:
-- Guest Essay: Rewriting The Energy Story — Together - By Stephen M. DeFrank, Chairman, Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission [PaEN]
-- PUC: Brace For Higher Electric Bills As A Result Of Soaring Power Use; Consumers Should Review Energy Options [PaEN]
-- Spotlight PA: PA PUC Developing Model Tariff For A.I. Data Centers To Ensure PA Consumers Don’t Foot The Bill
-- PJM Electricity Capacity Auction Bids For 134,311 MW Come It At Highest Price Allowed Under FERC-Approved Cap [PaEN]
-- Citizens Voice: Debate Over Rumored A.I. Data Center Draws Large Crowd In Dorrance Twp., Luzerne County
-- WNEP: Covington Township Residents Oppose Development Of Proposed A.I. Data Center In Lackawanna County
-- Scranton Times: Archbald, Jessup Work Toward A.I. Data Center Zoning As Developers Target Towns
-- Spotlight PA: Why Pennsylvanians May See Higher Electric Bills This Summer And Next [PJM Auction, A.I. Data Center Power Demands]
-- TribLive Guest Essay: Who Pays The Price For New A.I. Data Centers? - By Destinie Nock, Carnegie Mellon University Professor, Founder Of Peoples Energy Analytics
-- TribLive Guest Essay: A.I., Cryptocurrency And PA’s War On The Little Guy - By Joe Morinville, Energy Independent Solutions
-- Guest Essay: Three Proposals To Protect Consumers From A.I. Price Increases: Bring Your Own Generation; Data Centers Must Pay Their Fair Share; An 'All Of The Above' Energy Future, Including Renewables - By Kevin Walker, CEO, Duquesne Light [PaEN]
-- ABC27: Sen. Muth Seeks To Protect Pennsylvanians From A.I. Data Center-Fueled Rate Hikes
-- What The A.I. Data Center & Energy Summit Missed: Exploding Electricity Demand Already Raising Prices - Ratepayers Need Protection; No Longer An ‘All Of The Above’ Energy Strategy [PaEN]
-- What The A.I. Data Center & Energy Summit Missed: It’s Deja Vu - False Promises, Dirty Power - Our People And Communities Deserve Respect [PaEN]
-- 42 Organizations Call On DEP For More Transparency On Proposed A.I. Data Centers [PaEN]
[Posted: August 4, 2025] PA Environment Digest
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