Wisconsin lawmakers discuss ending data center tax exemptions
What happened
Charlie Berens inquired with Andre Jacque regarding a proposed bill to end sales and use tax exemptions for data centers in Wisconsin. Andre Jacque, who co-sponsors the bill, explained that the tax break was originally passed as part of the 2023 budget. Jacque stated that the exemption is reserved for charities, churches, and schools, not data centers.
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Why it matters
The tax exemption has allowed data center developers to save over $1.5 billion, according to current estimates from the Legislative Fiscal Bureau. The proposed bill seeks to eliminate this tax break, which is tied to data center projects within Wisconsin.
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Who's involved
- Andre JacqueCo-sponsor of the bill seeking to end data center tax exemptions.
- Charlie BerensInquired with Andre Jacque about the status of the proposed tax exemption bill.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Wisconsin might see changes in the revenue streams or investment costs for data center developers if the tax exemption is eliminated.
Possible ripples
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The entities involved
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Andre Jacque
American politician
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Charlie Berens
Emmy-winning journalist, comedian, and creator of the Manitowoc Minute
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