Overview
- Florida’s SB 484 advanced 8–0 to require Public Service Commission large‑load tariffs to prevent cost shifting, ban government nondisclosure agreements on proposed data centers, set water‑permitting standards with reclaimed use where feasible, and preserve local planning authority.
- A companion Florida bill, SB 1118, advanced 7–1 to allow local governments to keep site‑selection details confidential for up to 12 months at a company’s request, drawing concerns from Sen. Jason Pizzo as sponsor Bryan Ávila signaled willingness to narrow the language.
- Both Florida measures move next to the Senate Community Affairs Committee, with SB 484 drafted to take effect July 1, 2026 if enacted.
- The Wisconsin Assembly passed a Republican bill 53–44 to require data centers to cover grid extension costs, recycle and report water use, restore sites if projects do not proceed, and place any renewable generation on the facility’s property.
- Gov. Tony Evers’ office indicated he is unlikely to support the Wisconsin bill, leaving its outcome uncertain as parties clash over regulating fast‑rising data center demand projected to reach about 130 gigawatts by 2030.