This bill imposes a three-year statewide ban on approving or building new hyperscale data centers in Pennsylvania. It directly affects large-scale data facilities by halting permits for any new construction, expansions that would create hyperscale centers, and the necessary power or transmission infrastructure required to support them. The law defines hyperscale data centers as facilities with significant electricity demand, ranging from one megawatt to twenty megawatts depending on the local grid size, and prohibits state and local governments from issuing any related approvals during the moratorium period.
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Municipalities Planning Code to restrict where large data centers can be built. It specifically prohibits municipalities from allowing hyperscale data centers, which cover more than five acres, in areas designated for agriculture unless they are allowed in every district within that community. Additionally, the law bans data centers on agricultural land if at least half of the property consists of prime agricultural soil or land rated as fourth class by the USDA. Local governments will need to update their zoning ordinances to comply with these new definitions and restrictions on data center development.
This bill requires school districts in Pennsylvania that use state funding for mapping services to ensure their campus maps are compatible with emergency response software. The legislation mandates that these maps include detailed floor plans, accurate room labels, and verified data from onsite inspections while being stored securely within the United States. Before purchasing such services, districts must obtain written approval from their primary law enforcement agency to confirm the data meets specific safety standards.
This bill modifies Pennsylvania's tax code to update definitions for tax benefits and establish new rules for computer data centers and infrastructure projects. It prohibits the state from certifying any new computer data centers after the law takes effect, effectively ending the current incentive program for such facilities. Additionally, the legislation creates a new certification process for the Governor's Responsible Infrastructure Development program, which sets standards for clean firm energy, including requirements for nuclear, hydro, wind, solar, and hydrogen sources. These changes aim to clarify how tax benefits are administered and to guide future infrastructure investments toward specific energy standards.
This bill amends Pennsylvania banking laws to create a new licensing framework that allows local financial service providers to issue and regulate stablecoins. It establishes specific duties for the Department of Banking and Securities and the Banking and Securities Commission to oversee these digital currency issuers and align state rules with federal standards. The legislation also defines key terms like digital assets and stablecoins while setting up penalties for non-compliance with the new regulations.
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law to specifically regulate how businesses collect and handle reproductive and sexual health data. It requires companies to obtain consumer consent, limit data collection to what is necessary for specific services, and provide clear options for users to access or delete this sensitive information. Additionally, the legislation restricts sharing this data with third parties unless there is valid consent or a legal mandate, while also establishing a process for the Attorney General to issue violation notices before taking enforcement action.
This bill would allow Pennsylvania to regulate virtual currency kiosks by requiring most businesses to obtain a license from the Department of Banking and Securities, while exempting existing banks and credit unions. To operate legally, applicants must meet specific financial standards and use a centralized online system for registration, and the kiosks must provide clear information to customers about the exchange process. The legislation also creates a dedicated fund to support public education efforts regarding virtual currency and establishes penalties for operating without a license or violating other rules.
This bill directs Pennsylvania state licensing boards to create rules governing how licensed professionals use artificial intelligence in their practice. It requires these boards to establish guidelines on when AI can be used, the level of human review needed for AI-generated work, and the obligation to inform clients if AI is used to create services or advice. The legislation also mandates that clients have the option to communicate directly with a human professional rather than solely through an AI system. By defining AI and generative AI within state law, the bill ensures that professional standards, ethical duties, and confidentiality rules remain clear even when technology is involved.
This resolution directs the Joint State Government Commission to conduct a study on waste heat recovery, a process that captures excess heat from data centers to reduce energy and water usage. The study will map existing infrastructure, identify implementation barriers, and evaluate economic and environmental impacts while reviewing successful policies from other regions. To guide the research, the commission must form an advisory committee representing diverse stakeholders, including data center operators, utilities, local governments, and the public. The commission is required to hold public hearings and submit a final report to the House of Representatives within one year of the resolution's adoption.
This bill amends Pennsylvania's Tax Reform Code to modernize how the state handles tax liens by introducing an electronic filing system and a centralized online repository. It directly affects the Department of Revenue, taxpayers, and creditors by requiring the department to post tax liabilities to a public website within seven days of a final assessment. The new system allows the department to maintain a searchable database of liens without needing to refile or revive them, while still requiring physical recording with county officials only when the state seeks to execute against specific property. Additionally, the legislation clarifies the priority of tax liens during judicial sales and establishes procedures for enforcing liens against out-of-state property.
