Illinois Governor JB Pritzker announced on June 5, 2026, that he is pausing the state's data center tax incentives effective July 1. This decision comes in response to ongoing concerns regarding electricity costs and water resources associated with the expansion of AI infrastructure across the country. Pritzker has instructed state officials to halt agreements under the Data Center Investment Program, which previously provided tax exemptions for data centers.
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Illinois Governor Pritzker Pauses Data Center Tax Incentives
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker has decided to pause the state's data center tax incentives starting July 1, 2026. This action is intended to address concerns related to electricity costs and water resources linked to the growth of AI infrastructure.
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