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Introduced
01/26/2026
01/26/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
Potential new amendment
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act to limit nuisances caused by data centers.
AI Summary
This bill, effective July 1, 2026, aims to limit nuisances caused by data centers, which are defined as facilities that store, process, and manage electronic data and information for various digital services like cloud computing and cryptocurrency mining. It prohibits the establishment of data centers within one mile of any residential area, though local governments can impose stricter rules. Additionally, data centers are restricted from exceeding a continuous noise level of forty-five decibels at the property line of a residential area, measured by federal or local environmental standards. Any data center violating these siting or noise regulations will be considered a nuisance, and the state's attorney or any affected citizen can take legal action to stop the nuisance.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (12)
Taffy Howard (R)*,
Bobbi Andera (R),
Julie Auch (R),
Red Dawn Foster (D),
Tamara Grove (R),
Travis Ismay (R),
Phil Jensen (R),
Dylan Jordan (R),
Al Novstrup (R),
Peri Pourier (R),
Kathy Rice (R),
Curt Voight (R),
Last Action
State Affairs Deferred to the 41st legislative day, Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 3. S.J. 25 (on 02/18/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://sdlegislature.gov/#/Session/Bill/26300 |
| Senate State Affairs Amendment 127A | https://mylrc.sdlegislature.gov/api/Documents/302000.pdf |
| BillText | https://mylrc.sdlegislature.gov/api/Documents/297147.pdf |
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