Published August 6, 2026 at 3:17 PM ET · Updated August 6, 2026 at 6:07 PM ET
Senate Democrat proposes excise tax on data centers, including those in space
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A Senate Democrat has proposed an excise tax on data centers, including those located in space. The proposal comes amid broader debate over data center policy and its impact on ratepayers.
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