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Data Centers Won Billions in Tax Breaks. Some States Are Balking

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Jared Mummert

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Environment and energy groups set priorities for 2026 legislative session
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  • Recent Posts

    • Virginia Data Center Reform Coalition in Richmond February 9th to Advocate for Meaningful Data Center Legislation
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