Bills/H.R. 5332

Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025

Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025

In CommitteeTechnologyHouseHouse Bill · 119th Congress
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Plain Language Summary

# Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025 - Summary **What the Bill Does:** The Liquid Cooling for AI Act of 2025 would establish new policies and oversight related to liquid cooling technology used in artificial intelligence data centers. The bill addresses the cooling systems necessary to operate large AI computing facilities, which generate significant heat. It appears designed to support technological development in this area while establishing advisory bodies and congressional oversight mechanisms to monitor how these systems are deployed and used. **Who It Affects:** The bill would primarily impact AI companies and data center operators who rely on cooling systems for their facilities. It would also create new government oversight and assessment responsibilities, affecting relevant federal agencies and Congress.

Indirectly, it could influence the broader AI industry by shaping how cooling infrastructure is regulated and developed. **Current Status:** As of now, HR 5332 remains in committee review, meaning it has not yet been debated or voted on by the full House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Representative Jay Obernolte (R-CA) in the 119th Congress. No additional action has been taken beyond the initial committee assignment.

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Latest Action

September 11, 2025

Referred to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.

Subjects

Advanced technology and technological innovationsAdvisory bodiesComputers and information technologyCongressional oversightGovernment studies and investigationsLighting, heating, coolingTechnology assessment

Sponsor

10 cosponsors

Key Dates

Introduced
September 11, 2025
Last Updated
September 11, 2025
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