Michigan HB5594 imposes a moratorium on new data center approvals and operations until April 1, 2027.

Michigan HB5594, known as the "data center regulation act," establishes a moratorium on certain approvals and operations for new data centers in Michigan. Specifically, it prohibits local units of government from issuing site plans, permits, or other authorizations for data centers, and it prevents the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy from granting licenses or permits for data centers. Additionally, it bans the operation of new data centers until April 1, 2027. Violators of the operation ban face a civil fine of up to $1,000 per day.

Michigan HB5594 imposes a moratorium on new data center approvals and operations until April 1, 2027.

Michigan HB5594, known as the "data center regulation act," establishes a moratorium on certain approvals and operations for new data centers in Michigan. Specifically, it prohibits local units of government from issuing site plans, permits, or other authorizations for data centers, and it prevents the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy from granting licenses or permits for data centers. Additionally, it bans the operation of new data centers until April 1, 2027. Violators of the operation ban face a civil fine of up to $1,000 per day.