Ohio Legislators Fast-Track Data Center Bill with Tax Incentives
Ohio lawmakers have introduced House Bill 646, which proposes changes to the tax incentives for data centers. The bill aims to reduce the current 100% sales tax break to between 50% and 75%, with higher rates available for projects on brownfields or using off-grid power. The bill also establishes a Data Center Study Commission and requires the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio to create a data center rate class. The legislation is expected to advance quickly through the Ohio General Assembly.