HB4854

Prohibiting the state or any political subdivision from subsidizing any data center in West Virginia

Introduced·1/28/26
Intr Text

Prohibits West Virginia and its political subdivisions from subsidizing data centers.

This bill prohibits the state of West Virginia and any political subdivision from providing subsidies to data centers within the state. The legislation aims to prevent financial support that could potentially influence the development and operation of data centers, aligning with broader economic and national security interests. The bill establishes a High Impact Data Center Program within the Division of Economic Development to manage and certify data centers meeting specific criteria.

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Where it stands

Current
Government Organization Committee
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Committee decision

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History

Jan 28

House

Filed for introduction

Jan 28

House

To Government Organization then Finance

Jan 28

House

Introduced in House