Key protection stripped out of Florida Data center bill as it nears finish line

Key protection stripped out of Florida Data center bill as it nears finish line

News ClipAction News Jax·FL·3/12/2026

The Florida state legislature is considering a bill to restrict data centers, but a key provision to allow public input has been removed. The bill would allow tariffs on data centers to protect utility customers, but would not prohibit tax incentives or local bans on data centers.

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State lawmakers are inching closer to creating new restrictions on data centers in Florida aimed at protecting utility customers.