South Dakota Senate Rejects Data Center Tax Exemption and Power Deregulation Bills
DATA AND AI INFRASTRUCTURE
The South Dakota Senate narrowly rejected two key bills aimed at attracting data centers: a 30-year tax exemption and a backup generator bill. Both measures failed to secure the 18 votes needed for passage, with a 17-16 vote on the tax exemption and a 17-17 tie on the generator bill. Supporters may seek to revive the legislation after the defeat.
Feb 26, 2026, 6:27 AM
