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HB 4319

DATA CENTER-PROPERTY RTS

104th Regular Session Introduced by Jed Davis

HB 4319 modifies Illinois property rights or tax treatment for data centers, currently pending committee review after initial introduction.

Referred to Rules Committee
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Bill Summary · HB 4319

Legislative bill overview

HB 4319 appears to address property rights related to data centers in Illinois, though the specific provisions are not detailed in the filing information provided. The bill was introduced by Rep. Jed Davis and is currently in the Rules Committee following its first reading on January 14, 2026.

Why this is important

Data center legislation affects economic development, tax policy, and property law in states competing for technology infrastructure investment. Illinois has been actively courting data center development, making property rights clarifications potentially significant for business operations and state revenue.

Potential points of contention

  • Property tax treatment: Unclear whether the bill modifies assessments, exemptions, or valuation methods for data center facilities
  • Developer incentives vs. local revenue: Potential tension between attracting data center investment and maintaining municipal tax bases
  • Scope and definitions: Questions about which facilities qualify as "data centers" and whether existing properties are grandfathered or subject to new rules

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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