Pritzker Suspends Illinois Data Center Tax Breaks Amid Public Pressure
Governor JB Pritzker will temporarily suspend the processing of applications for data center tax breaks starting July 1st, citing concerns about the rapid expansion of the industry. This move comes as lawmakers did not act on his previous request to halt incentives for a comprehensive review of the impact on communities, consumer utility bills, and water consumption. The Governor intends to convene lawmakers, labor groups, utility companies, local governments, and industry leaders in the fall to establish a framework for responsible data center development, focusing on affordability, natural resource protection, and ensuring data centers “pay their fair share.”
John Q. Hosedrinker