A concurrent resolution expressing the sense of Congress that the Ratepayer Protection Pledge announced on March 4, 2026, reflects sound national policy to protect ratepayers in the United States, promote electricity affordability, and ensure that all people of the United States, including households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms, have access to reliable and affordable energy as artificial intelligence and data center infrastructure expands across the United States.

Plain-English Summary

This bill is a concurrent resolution, which means it is a formal statement of Congress's opinion rather than a law that would create new rules or programs. Specifically, it expresses that Congress believes a pledge called the "Ratepayer Protection Pledge," announced on March 4, 2026, represents good national policy. The resolution does not create any new legal requirements or spending — it simply puts Congress on record as supporting the goals outlined in that pledge.

The resolution focuses on energy costs and reliability for everyday Americans. It expresses concern that the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) and large data centers — which consume enormous amounts of electricity — could drive up energy prices or strain the power grid. The resolution signals that Congress believes protecting ordinary consumers from higher energy bills should be a national priority as this technology continues to expand.

The people most directly referenced in this resolution include households, small businesses, schools, hospitals, and farms — essentially anyone who pays an electricity bill. The resolution suggests that these groups should not bear the financial burden of increased energy demand caused by the tech industry's growth, and that affordable, reliable energy access should remain available to all Americans regardless of where they live.

Because this is a sense of Congress resolution rather than binding legislation, it does not change any laws, create new programs, or require any action by the government or private companies. It is essentially a public statement of values and priorities, intended to signal to policymakers, regulators, and the energy industry what Congress believes should guide future decisions about electricity and energy infrastructure.