Illinois AI and data center regulations advance; Pritzker pauses new data center deals
Key Questions
What action did Gov. Pritzker take on data center tax breaks?
Gov. Pritzker paused data center tax breaks after the POWER Act stalled. He has demanded closed-loop water systems and self-generated energy for new data centers.
What AI and data center regulations have advanced in Illinois?
AI accountability and safety bills passed, while the Springfield City Council considers repealing high load discounts. New lawsuits are challenging data center projects.
What guidance was released for schools on AI?
The ISBE released AI guidance for schools. Pritzker has reaffirmed that big tech will not receive free rides on energy and water use.
Gov. Pritzker paused data center tax breaks after POWER Act stalled. AI accountability and safety bills passed. Springfield City Council considers repealing high load discounts. New lawsuits challenge data center projects. ISBE released AI guidance for schools. Pritzker recently reaffirmed no free rides for big tech, demanding closed-loop water and self-generated energy for new data centers. Growth Alliance selected for pilot research program to attract site selectors, highlighting local job gains and data center controversy. National data center pushback also seen in Pennsylvania and now Tippecanoe County, IN, where officials propose making it 'difficult as possible without banning' hyperscale projects.