H5526

Data Center Moratorium

Introduced·4/14/26
Introduced Text

South Carolina H5526 prohibits governmental entities from processing data center permits until a comprehensive oversight process is established.

South Carolina H5526 imposes a moratorium on governmental entities, including counties and municipalities, from accepting or processing applications for new data centers until the General Assembly establishes a comprehensive oversight and approval process. A "data center" is defined as a facility used to operate, manage, or maintain computers or hardware and software assemblies for storing, retrieving, or transmitting data, with a peak demand of five megawatts or greater. This joint resolution takes effect upon approval by the Governor.

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History

Apr 14

House

Introduced and read first time

Apr 14

House

Referred to Committee on Ways and Means