South Dakota would temporarily ban new hyperscale data centers (large facilities that use 50 megawatts or more of electricity) from being built or expanded in the state through June 30, 2027. The moratorium also applies to smaller data centers if their expansion would make them reach hyperscale size. This one-year pause gives the state time to study the impact of these energy-intensive facilities before allowing new construction or major expansions to proceed.
This bill does not directly amend codified state law.
State Affairs Tabled Passed, YEAS 5, NAYS 3. S.J. 27
State Affairs Do Pass Amended Failed, YEAS 3, NAYS 5. S.J. 27
State Affairs Motion to amend S.J. 27
State Affairs Scheduled for hearing S.J. 1
State Affairs Scheduled for hearing
Senate Referred to Senate State Affairs S.J. 199
First Reading Senate S.J. 180
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State Affairs — Do Pass Amended
State Affairs — Tabled