Protecting State Groundwater Resources

HB 4832 requires high-impact data centers to report and obtain approval for water use, authorizes DEP to restrict withdrawals to protect state water resources, and mandates public notice and hearings before approval.

Sponsors: Evan Hansen, John Williams, Sean Hornbuckle, Shawn Fluharty

ISSUES: Clean Air, Development, Pure Water

CWV Position: Supports

Status: Introduced on 1/26/26; referred to House Energy and Public Works Committee on 1/26/26.