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News ClipThe Center Square·WI

Berens, West Wisconsin groups advocate for data center protections

Wisconsin comedian Charlie Berens keynoted a regional event in Eau Claire, advocating for data center protections and criticizing politicians for tax exemptions benefiting tech companies. The event highlighted public and farmer opposition due to concerns over electricity rates, water contamination, and increased tax burdens. A state audit revealed Wisconsin would forego significant sales tax revenue for major data center projects by companies like Microsoft, OpenAI, Oracle, Vantage, Epic Hosting, and Meta.

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Microsoft OpenAI Oracle Meta

6/16/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·Brown County, WI

Another Wisconsin county considers data center moratorium

Brown County, Wisconsin, is considering a moratorium on new data center projects, following similar actions by other counties like Madison and Manitowoc, and a proposed 18-month moratorium in Dane County. State Representative Amaad Rivera-Wagner is urging residents to attend an upcoming Brown County Board meeting to support the measure, emphasizing the need for community protections. The move comes amidst discussions about data center tax exemptions and their financial impact on the state, including an estimated $1.5 billion in foregone sales tax.

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Microsoft OpenAI Oracle Meta

6/1/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·Madison, Dane County, WI

Wisconsin county considers 18-month hyperscale data center moratorium

Dane County, Wisconsin, is considering an 18-month moratorium on hyperscale data centers to allow time to study the complex issues involved. This follows a similar moratorium in Manitowoc County and a public meeting in Madison regarding its own one-year moratorium. The state's sales tax exemptions for data centers, which benefit major tech companies, are also part of the discussion, drawing criticism for special treatment.

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Microsoft OpenAI Oracle Meta

5/28/2026

News ClipThe Center Square·WI

States pushing back on data center sales tax breaks as Wisconsin forgoes $1.5B

Multiple US states are re-evaluating or proposing to end sales tax breaks for data center projects, questioning their economic benefits and impact on electricity costs. Wisconsin is a key example, with a recent report showing the state will forgo $1.5 billion in sales tax for four data center projects. Other states like Virginia, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and North Carolina are also engaging in similar discussions or actions.

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Microsoft OpenAI Oracle Meta

5/6/2026