Ohio suspends data center tax break, tech firms face pressure to pay AI costs

18 hours ago

Ohio suspends tax breaks for data centers due to skyrocketing costs and rising opposition.
Governor Mike DeWine announced a pause on new tax incentives, citing legislative review and public concern.
The tax exemption, which surged from projections of $136 million to nearly $1.6 billion, is under scrutiny.
Citizens are pushing for a November referendum to ban large data center construction statewide.
Business and labor groups warn the suspension could deter tech investments in Ohio.
Other states, like Virginia, are also reevaluating data center tax breaks amid growing costs.

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