Pennsylvania 2025-2026 Regular Session

Pennsylvania Senate Bill SB1297

Introduced
4/23/26  

Caption

In Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program, further providing for application for certification and for separation of facilities, providing for additional eligibility requirements, further providing for notification, for revocation of certification, for application for certification and for separation of facilities, providing for additional eligibility requirements and further providing for notification and records and for revocation of certification.

Impact

The legislation modifies existing provisions, allowing the segmentation of data center facilities into multiple certified entities if each meets certain requirements. The bill mandates that the data centers purchase 100% of their annual electricity from Tier I alternative energy sources. This is expected to enhance Pennsylvania's commitment to renewable energy and sustainability, potentially attracting more environmentally conscious businesses to the state.

Summary

Senate Bill 1297, introduced in Pennsylvania, amends the Tax Reform Code of 1971, focusing on the Computer Data Center Equipment Incentive Program. The bill establishes additional requirements for the certification of computer data centers, aiming to encourage environmental management and energy efficiency. Starting January 1, 2030, any qualifying data center must affirm its compliance with new certification requirements, including demonstration of investments in sustainable practices and energy management certifications.

Contention

Notable points of contention may arise regarding the additional financial burdens imposed on data centers to comply with the new eligibility standards. Opponents might argue that such requirements could limit the growth of the industry by making operational costs prohibitive, while supporters contend that these measures are necessary to align the state’s economic development with environmental responsibilities. The necessity for compliance with additional environmental standards may also spark discussions on the implications for businesses that may struggle to meet these requirements.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

PA HB2061

In computer data center equipment incentive program, further providing for application for certification and for eligibility requirements.

PA HB2354

In certification of teachers, further providing for evaluation of applications for certification.

PA HB2353

In certification of teachers, further providing for out-of-State applicants for certification.

PA HB519

In training and certification of inspectors, further providing for training of inspectors.

PA HB785

In voter registration, further providing for methods of voter registration, providing for electronic voter registration and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications and for approval of registration applications; in records, further providing for general register, for district registers and for reports; in changes in records, further providing for removal notices and for change of enrollment of political party; and, in penalties, further providing for altering registration.

PA SB454

In general provisions, further providing for definitions; in applications and permits, further providing for permit and license application requirements; and making a repeal.

PA HB1405

In certification of teachers, further providing for career and technical instructional certificate.

PA HB679

In certification of teachers, further providing for continuing professional development.

PA HB329

In State funds formula, further providing for certification and calculation of minimum and maximum modifiers and for Property Tax Relief Reserve Fund, providing for senior citizen tax relief and further providing for State property tax reduction allocation.

PA SB488

In preliminary provisions relating to voter registration, further providing for definitions; in registration system, further providing for SURE system; in voter registration, further providing for qualifications to register and for government agencies, providing for preregistration data entry and further providing for preparation and distribution of applications; and, in changes in records, further providing for death of registrant.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.