Utilities, Utility Districts - As introduced, requires certain data centers to register with the department of revenue; requires fuel suppliers, and electric and water utilities that provide fuel and service respectively to registered data centers to report usage and rates to the department; requires the commissioner to compile and publish certain information based on reports received from utilities. - Amends TCA Title 5; Title 6; Title 7; Title 10; Title 62; Title 65; Title 68 and Title 69.

HB 2456 requires data centers in Tennessee with over 20 megawatts of power capacity to register with the Department of Revenue starting January 1, 2027. Electric utilities, water utilities, and fuel suppliers providing service to these registered data centers must report usage and rates monthly to the Department. The Department will compile and publish this data on its website to track energy and water consumption at large data centers. Non-compliance may result in daily civil penalties up to $25,000. This bill directly affects data center operators and their utility providers, with implementation beginning July 1, 2026.