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AR SB10
Bill
Status
5/5/2025
Primary Sponsor
Bryan King
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AI Summary
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Arkansas Natural Resources Commission must monitor blockchain networks and digital asset mining operations for water usage impacts statewide
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Commission may take enforcement action under § 15-22-204 to close operations that threaten critical groundwater supplies through excessive water use
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Arkansas Public Service Commission must monitor blockchain and digital asset mining impacts on the electric grid
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Public Service Commission may direct utilities to halt service to operations that threaten electric grid reliability
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Both commissions must promulgate rules to implement these requirements, subject to approval by the Legislative Council or Joint Budget Committee
Legislative Description
To Amend The Arkansas Data Centers Act Of 2023; And To Regulate The Impact On Water Usage And The Electric Grid By Blockchain Networks And Digital Asset Mining.
Last Action
Died in Senate Committee at Sine Die adjournment.
5/5/2025