Delaware Targets Data Centers | Dover News

Dover News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 2m

Delaware just passed three bold new bills targeting big energy users like data centers, aiming to shield everyday residents from soaring prices. One bill bans new tax breaks for massive energy consumers, while others require public approval and strict power sourcing rules — including a “bring your own generation” mandate. Senator Stephanie Hansen pushed for swift action amid the data center boom, though some lawmakers urged caution and more input. Meanwhile, Hansen’s wetlands bill (Senate Bill nine) also cleared the legislature, creating an advisory panel to protect thousands of acres after…