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GA HB1012
GA HB1012Local government; construction or development of new data centers for a specified time; prohibit
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Introduced
01/16/2026
01/16/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2025-2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT To amend Chapter 80 of Title 36 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to general provisions of local government, so as to prohibit the construction or development of new data centers for a specified time; to provide for legislative intent; to provide for an exception; to provide for a definition; to provide for an effective date; to provide for related matters; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.
AI Summary
This bill, recognizing the value of data centers but also the need to understand their impact on Georgia's natural resources and environment, prohibits local governments from issuing permits, licenses, or certificates for the construction or development of new data centers between the bill's effective date and March 1, 2027. A "data center" is defined as a facility that houses servers and is developed to cool, secure, and connect data. However, this prohibition does not apply to permits, licenses, or certificates already issued before July 1, 2026, for data center construction.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (5)
Last Action
House Second Readers (on 01/28/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.legis.ga.gov/legislation/72319 |
| BillText | https://www.legis.ga.gov/api/legislation/document/20252026/240070 |
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