Minnesota SF4681 modifies data center exemptions and provisions, including solar energy standards and fees.

Minnesota SF4681 modifies criteria for preapplication evaluations of water appropriations for certain data centers. It exempts certain data centers' electricity sales from calculating a utility's solar energy standard. The bill exempts certain data centers from paying a fee and sales tax on electricity purchases. It also amends provisions for qualified large-scale data centers, including certification requirements and sustainable design standards. The bill is effective the day following final enactment.

Minnesota SF4681 modifies data center exemptions and provisions, including solar energy standards and fees.

Minnesota SF4681 modifies criteria for preapplication evaluations of water appropriations for certain data centers. It exempts certain data centers' electricity sales from calculating a utility's solar energy standard. The bill exempts certain data centers from paying a fee and sales tax on electricity purchases. It also amends provisions for qualified large-scale data centers, including certification requirements and sustainable design standards. The bill is effective the day following final enactment.