Data centers; Data Centers Act of 2026; effective date.

Summary

The bill defines “covered facilities” – including large data centers, wind power plants, battery storage, carbon‑capture operations and related recycling activities – and imposes three requirements: a minimum 500‑foot setback from property lines, proof of capital to cover construction and ongoing operation, and the creation of an Environmental Improvement and Mitigation Fund for removal of obsolete equipment. It applies to any new or proposed facility that falls under the listed NAICS codes and would become law on November 1, 2026.

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