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Virginia Scrutinizes Data Center Tax Break | Richmond News
Virginia lawmakers are reexamining a controversial sales tax exemption for data centers, which could cost the state over $1.9 billion this year — sparking heated debate between those pushing to end it early and others fearing it could hurt Virginia’s tech reputation. The Joint Subcommittee on Tax Policy, meeting for the first time since 2024, must decide by December 2026 whether to overhaul or preserve the exemption, weighing economic benefits against lost revenue — while companies still need to invest $150 million and create 50 high-paying jobs to qualify. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on…
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