Ohio Pauses Data Center Tax Breaks

Ohio has paused new tax breaks for data centers, sparking debate over whether the move stifles tech investment or finally addresses mounting fiscal concerns. Governor Mike DeWine’s indefinite halt follows the last approval for Cologix, which received a massive 10-year, 50% sales tax exemption expected to create 90 jobs and $10 million in payroll by 2028. While lawmakers applaud the pause, business groups warn it could hurt Ohio’s competitiveness, especially as data center tax exemptions have cost the state $1.6 billion in 2025 alone — far exceeding projections. Critics argue the pause isn’t enough, calling for stronger reforms and a review of recent exemptions, while the Ohio Chamber of Commerce fears the state may lose billions in future tax revenue. DeWine emphasized this pause doesn’t ban data centers, just new tax incentives, as the Joint Data Center Committee begins its review. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3902b9fc864f450c