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This bill modifies the existing legal definition of a "qualified data center" by adding a new restriction regarding electricity sourcing. Specifically, a facility would no longer qualify as a data center if it receives electricity from an on-site electric supplier unless that supplier increases its generation capacity to fully offset the facility's entire electric usage. The bill retains the comprehensive existing definitions related to data centers, including detailed descriptions of eligible equipment, costs, and various stakeholder roles such as owners, operators, and colocation tenants. The key change appears to be aimed at ensuring that qualified data centers demonstrate a commitment to matching their electricity consumption with new renewable or increased generation capacity, potentially incentivizing more sustainable energy practices in data center operations. The modifications will take effect on October 1, 2025, and primarily amend section 32-286(a) of the state's general statutes, focusing on technical and procedural aspects of data center classifications and energy requirements.

Budget and Finance, Transportation and Infrastructure

Energy and Technology Committee (J)

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