HB2198

Repealing provisions relating to Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program; and, in general provisions, providing for data centers.

Chamber Passed·6/25/26

Pennsylvania HB2198 repeals the Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program, eliminating tax refunds for computer data center equipment.

HB2198 repeals provisions related to the Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program in Pennsylvania. This bill eliminates tax refunds for computer data center equipment, including cooling systems, water conservation systems, and software. The repeal affects equipment purchased after December 31, 2021, and certifications for new data centers after December 31, 2032. The bill also removes the ability to separate facilities into multiple data centers for separate certifications.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 197–5 · Jun 25
Current
Finance Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Roll Call Votes

197 Yea

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5 Nay

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History

Jun 26

Senate

Referred to Finance

Jun 25

House

Re-reported as committed

Jun 25

House

Third consideration and final passage (197-5)