Data Centers vs. Power Bills: The U.S. House advanced a bipartisan Ratepayer Protection Act that would push state regulators to make data centers cover more of the costs for new power generation and grid upgrades—aimed at stopping families from subsidizing AI’s electricity demand. Utah Tech & Privacy: Utah lawmakers are weighing more rules around Flock automatic license plate reader cameras as police argue they’re essential for investigations, while critics worry about misuse and broader surveillance. Meta Settlement Watch: Utah’s share of a major Meta child-safety settlement is still headed for court approval, and the focus now shifts to whether the money actually reaches programs for kids. STEM Workforce Pipeline: Southern Utah University was selected to lead a statewide NASA aerospace workforce hub, connecting students to hands-on training in trades like welding, machining, and electrical work. Health & Construction: Huntsman Cancer Institute in Vineyard has started vertical construction on a $400M expansion slated to open in 2028, bringing more care and research closer to central and southern Utah. Energy Policy Fight: A Senate hearing advanced an Energy Efficiency Reform Act that would make it harder for the DOE to update home appliance efficiency standards—an issue Utah’s Mike Lee is pushing. Local Tech in the Wild: Park City School District reports enrollment below projections, with some secondary classes already hitting 30+ students, raising pressure on staffing and open enrollment. Utah in the News Cycle: Utah ranked among the nation’s top five states for teachers in a new study, citing strong starting pay and improving conditions. Climate & Fossil Fuels: A fresh op-ed argues it’s time to move on from fossil fuels, pointing to pollution, extreme storms, and faster renewable buildout.