Tag: state energy policy

Tax breaks for data centers are ending around the U.S.

Oklahoma Ahead of Growing Pushback on Data Center Tax Breaks Five years after the Oklahoma legislature approved a measure to keep data centers from qualifying for tax breaks, the movement is growing across the U.S. Several legislatures are considering legislation to slow down or restrict data center development by repealing tax exemptions. Some, such as …

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Former regulator runs for Governor of New Mexico

Former Public Regulation Commissioner Targets Power Prices, Policy Direction Former New Mexico Public Regulation Commission member James Ellison announced his candidacy for governor, launching a Republican campaign centered on energy affordability, electricity rates, and economic development. Ellison, who previously served as a regulator overseeing utilities and energy markets in the state, said Democratic-led energy policies …

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