What does Preamble of Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act do?

This bill aims to require a strategy for defending data centers from external breaches. The bill also seeks to protect the communities surrounding data centers. The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives on May 7, 2026, by Mr. Subramanyam.

What does SHORT TITLE. of Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act do?

This bill is formally titled the Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act.

What does PROTECTION OF DATA CENTERS. of Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act do?

This section directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, through the Director of the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), to identify data centers that should be treated as critical infrastructure. The Secretary must consider the security of power and water supply infrastructure, particularly electric power transmission lines and electrical substations, connected to these data centers. The Secretary must also consider potential implications of data centers located near communities or residential areas. The Secretary is required to submit a strategy to Congress, including recommendations, to defend data centers from external breaches. The strategy must also protect communities and residential areas near data centers. The term 'critical infrastructure' is defined by reference to section 1016(e) of Public Law 107-56. The term 'data center' is defined by reference to section 453(a) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007.

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Data Infrastructure Risk Reduction Act

Last updated: 5/8/2026 · Introduced: 5/7/2026

Author: Suhas Subramanyam (D-VA)

TL;DR (AI)

The bill directs the Secretary of Homeland Security to identify data centers that should be considered critical infrastructure, considering their power and water dependencies and proximity to residential areas.
It mandates the development and submission to Congress of a strategy to defend data centers from external breaches, alongside protections for nearby communities.
The legislation defines 'critical infrastructure' and 'data center' by referencing existing legal definitions.

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