Data center rule amended, returns to House

The West Virginia Senate approved an amended rule related to the operation of data centers within the state, but the rule must now return to the House of Delegates for another vote. The rule change was prompted by concerns raised by 935 public comments on the impact of data centers, including issues around transportation, water usage, emergency services, utilities, and community infrastructure. The Senate added a clause about water access to the definition of 'inordinate burden', which has stirred debate and opposition from some legislators.