Virginia lawmakers are negotiating the state budget and tax breaks for data centers.
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Updated Jun 19
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Virginia lawmakers are negotiating the state budget and tax breaks for data centers.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Atlanta and Northern Virginia are identified as top markets for data center growth, with Equinix operating in these high-demand areas.Sub-event
- While facing funding cuts of $2 billion, the Virginia General Assembly is deliberating the state budget and tax breaks for data centers, including plans for the eighth largest complex.Sub-event
- General Assembly negotiated a new data center tax while Northern Virginia remains part of Virginia.Sub-event
- Digital Realty, led by Blackstone, is acquiring an equity stake and operating in the Northern Virginia market, which is located in the state of Virginia.Sub-event
Virginia lawmakers are negotiating the state budget and data center tax breaks.1 source
Companies are building data centers in Virginia and Northern Virginia, seeking state tax breaks.1 source
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The entities involved
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Virginia
state of the United States of America
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Northern Virginia
geographic region of Virginia, United States
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