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DeWine Announces Tax Exemption Pause on Data Centers

As lawmakers study the impact of data centers in Ohio, Republican Gov. Mike DeWine on Wednesday announced a pause in consideration of new tax exemptions for data centers.

Despite the directive, DeWine’s statement praised data centers, including how they have contributed to Ohio’s success.

“Data centers are a critical component to today’s technology-driven economy, which depends on the virtual, large-scale exchange of information. One of the reasons Ohio has been so successful in attracting new businesses and creating new jobs is that we have invested in the data infrastructure needed to support complex technological innovation,” the governor said.

Data centers, which have long enjoyed sales and use tax benefits in Ohio, reported a total capital investment of $27.2 billion in 2025, according to DeWine.

He also referenced new efforts from the Ohio General Assembly to study data centers, their benefits, and their use of resources.

“I fully support the Ohio General Assembly’s work to study the issue and bring forward facts about data centers, including the local benefits to communities when tax exemptions are granted. As this work is........

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