New legislation by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) proposes a nationwide moratorium on building or upgrading AI data center projects until Congress approves comprehensive regulations governing artificial intelligence. The moratorium would remain in place until such legislation is passed and explicitly lifts the restriction. The bill's Democratic sponsors worry about the strain AI data centers may increase electricity costs for consumers. It's unclear whether Republican lawmakers will support the bill, but some have also advocated for a unified federal framework to regulate AI. The proposal has been criticized by industry leaders, including the Data Center Coalition, who argue it would harm the economy and limit digital access.