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HB 1012

Local government; construction or development of new data centers for a specified time; prohibit

2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Spencer Frye and 4 co-sponsors

Georgia bill prohibits local governments from building or developing new data centers for an unspecified duration, limiting municipal economic development authority.

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Bill Summary · HB 1012

Legislative bill overview

HB 1012 would prohibit local governments in Georgia from constructing or developing new data centers for a specified time period. The bill limits municipal authority over infrastructure development by restricting this particular sector from government involvement during the designated timeframe.

Why is this important

Data centers represent significant economic development and infrastructure investments that generate tax revenue, create jobs, and support digital infrastructure needs. This restriction could affect local governments' ability to pursue economic development strategies, compete for tech investment, and leverage public assets for revenue generation during the prohibition period.

Potential points of contention

  • State vs. local authority: The bill represents state-level override of local decision-making power, raising federalism concerns about which government level should control economic development priorities
  • Economic development impact: Restricts municipalities from participating in the growing data center industry, potentially disadvantaging Georgia communities in competing for high-value tech sector investment and related economic benefits
  • Missing implementation details: The bill's vague language about "specified time" leaves unclear what the actual duration would be, making it difficult to assess the full scope of the restriction without seeing the final text

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

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