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Four US states rolled back or paused data center tax incentives, and nine others are weighing repeal measures, potentially adding 7% or more to equipment costs (Ann Davis Vaughan/The Information)

Governors and legislatures in U.S. states that previously welcomed data centers are suddenly moving to rip away sales tax breaks …

Four US states have rolled back or paused data center tax incentives, with nine others considering repeal measures. This could lead to a 7% or more increase in equipment costs. The changes are happening in states that previously welcomed data centers with sales tax breaks.

According to The Information, governors and legislatures in these states are reevaluating their incentives. The potential repeal of these incentives may impact the data center industry.

The development may affect companies planning to set up or expand data centers in these states. No further details are available on the specific states involved or the timeline for the changes.

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