Local Control Protection Act
To protect the authority of local governments to make zoning decisions regarding data center development, and to require community benefit agreements as a condition for Federal tax incentives.
This bill, HB9262, aims to safeguard local governments' rights to control zoning decisions related to data center development and to mandate community benefit agreements before granting federal tax incentives. It emphasizes that local communities should have the authority to decide on the development of data centers within their jurisdiction, ensuring that these decisions align with local needs and concerns. Additionally, the bill seeks to ensure that any federal tax incentives provided to data center developers include agreements that benefit the local community, such as job creation, infrastructure improvements, or other community enhancements.
The bill would affect local governments and data center developers. Local governments would gain stronger authority to regulate data center projects within their areas, while data center developers would need to negotiate community benefit agreements with local communities to qualify for federal tax incentives. This could lead to more jobs and better community services in areas where data centers are built.
HB9262 was introduced on June 11, 2026, and has been referred to the Committee on Ways and Means and the Committee on the Judiciary for further consideration. It is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, awaiting committee review and potential hearings.
