Taxes, data centers among topics in Illinois Senate race in 42nd District
Candidates in the Illinois Senate race for the 42nd District said voters are concerned about taxes, affordability and transparency. They also cited questions about data centers, including their potential water use, environmental effects and economic impact on communities.
Democrat Jared Ploger and Republican Edgardo Perez are competing for the Illinois Senate seat representing the 42nd District, which includes Aurora. The seat is being vacated by Linda Holmes, who is retiring after 20 years in the General Assembly.
Both candidates identified data centers as an issue raised by voters. Ploger linked them to affordability, utilities and environmental concerns, while Perez said residents are worried about water consumption, land use and potential damage to their communities, even as some recognize that data centers may bring economic benefits and support continued technological growth.