H.R. 9777 mandates that both new and existing data centers utilize off-grid power and water supplies. This means that data centers would need to rely on renewable or alternative energy sources and independent water systems instead of traditional grid-based utilities.
H.R. 9777 was introduced in the 119th Congress by Byron Donalds (Republican) and is currently listed as “Introduced”. It is classified under the Environmental Protection policy area, one of 112 bills in that area we track this Congress.
Byron Donalds is the sponsor of 6 bills in our database this Congress, so H.R. 9777 is part of a broader legislative agenda rather than a one-off proposal.
Senate lobbying disclosures list 15 organizations lobbying on this bill’s issue area.
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9777 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Environmental Protection is 2.1/10.
Supporters of H.R. 9777 argue that the bill promotes sustainability and environmental responsibility by encouraging data centers to adopt renewable energy sources. This could significantly reduce the carbon footprint of the tech industry and contribute to long-term resource conservation.
Critics of H.R. 9777 raise concerns about the feasibility and cost implications of requiring data centers to transition to off-grid systems. They argue that such a mandate could lead to increased operational costs for businesses and may hinder technological innovation in the sector.
The analysis of H.R. 9777, sponsored by Byron Donalds, reveals no direct industry overlaps between the sponsor's top donor industries and the bill's subject matter concerning off-grid power and water supplies for data centers. The primary lobbying activity in this policy area includes significant contributions from various organizations, such as the American College of Emergency Physicians, which contributed $498,299. However, these contributions do not directly relate to the bill's focus on data centers and their energy and water sourcing. Therefore, the potential for conflicts of interest appears minimal, as the financial interests of the donors do not align with the legislative intent of the bill.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | AMERICAN COLLEGE OF EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS | $498,299 |
| TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | THE TRUST FOR PUBLIC LAND | $150,000 |
| COLLIER COLLECTIVE, LLC | MCCOLL STRATEGIES LLC | $40,000 |
| HART HEALTH STRATEGIES | TIM YEHL, LLC | $40,000 |
| PANO AI | PANO AI | $40,000 |
| ALLIANCE FOR AUTOMOTIVE INNOVATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $30,000 |
| BSA, THE SOFTWARE ALLIANCE | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| PSEG SERVICES CORPORATION | TIM YEHL, LLC | $20,000 |
| COUNTY OF NAPA | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| LAKE COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NEVADA COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| HUMBOLDT COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $15,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY HUMAN SERVICES ADMINISTRATORS | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL CHILD SUPPORT ENFORCEMENT ASSOCIATION | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | $10,000 |
| CLARK COUNTY | PARAGON GOVERNMENT RELATIONS | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Byron Donalds, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
What does H.R. 9777 do?
H.R. 9777 mandates that both new and existing data centers utilize off-grid power and water supplies. This means that data centers would need to rely on renewable or alternative energy sources and independent water systems instead of traditional grid-based utilities.
Has H.R. 9777 received a floor vote?
No roll-call vote on H.R. 9777 is recorded in our database yet. Its current status is “Introduced”.
Does H.R. 9777 have a conflict of interest?
Our conflict-of-interest analysis rates H.R. 9777 2/10 (low risk), higher than 76% of analyzed bills; the average in Environmental Protection is 2.1/10. This score reflects overlap between the sponsor’s campaign funding, lobbying activity, and the industries the bill affects. It is a transparency indicator, not an accusation.
What is the status of H.R. 9777?
H.R. 9777 is currently “Introduced” as of our last update on July 22, 2026.
Who sponsored H.R. 9777?
H.R. 9777 was sponsored by Byron Donalds (Republican).
