The bill establishes the Data Center Study Commission within the Department of Development, tasked with examining various aspects of data centers, including their environmental impact, effects on the electrical grid, water usage, and implications for local economies and national security. The Commission will consist of thirteen members appointed by the Governor, the Speaker of the House, and the President of the Senate, ensuring representation from various sectors such as agriculture, public utilities, and local government. The majority party members from both the House and Senate will serve as Co-chairpersons, and the Commission will hold at least four public meetings to gather testimony from the public and experts.

The Commission is required to submit a report of its findings and legislative recommendations to the Governor and the General Assembly within six months of its formation. This report will include nonbinding best practices for local decision-making regarding data centers. The Commission will dissolve after the report is issued, ensuring a focused and time-limited inquiry into the implications of data centers in Ohio.