Moratorium on new data center approvals and operations in Michigan until April 1, 2027.

The bill establishes a moratorium on new data center approvals and operations in Michigan from the act's effective date until April 1, 2027. It prohibits the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy from issuing licenses or permits for data centers and bans local governments from approving site plans or permits for such facilities. Violators face civil fines of up to $1,000 per day, with fines deposited in the general fund. The act defines "data center" as a facility designed for housing and processing data center equipment.

Moratorium on new data center approvals and operations in Michigan until April 1, 2027.

The bill establishes a moratorium on new data center approvals and operations in Michigan from the act's effective date until April 1, 2027. It prohibits the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy from issuing licenses or permits for data centers and bans local governments from approving site plans or permits for such facilities. Violators face civil fines of up to $1,000 per day, with fines deposited in the general fund. The act defines "data center" as a facility designed for housing and processing data center equipment.