@couriercolorado: A lobbyist for the Data Center Coalition told Colorado lawmakers that the state has relatively few data centers because it does not offer a sales tax exemption for data centers. The exchange came during a hearing on a proposal that would create a similar tax incentive in Colorado. Supporters say the exemption is needed to attract investment and compete with states like Texas.

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outofmydepths
OutOfMyDepths :
Wait. So every state where they exist is giving sales tax exemption to these things??!!
2026-07-29 22:33:03
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aric.txt
Aric :
How come is it that taxpayers invest in these data centers but yet only the shareholders get the profits?
2026-07-30 11:31:54
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jonck847
J :
Oh that’s it??? Tax the fuck out of them
2026-07-30 15:02:53
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tarot_by_tamar
Tamar Lalenya :
There are already at least 7 data centers operating in the city of Colorado Springs and they’re about to build an 8th
2026-07-29 22:32:21
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cjsthoughts2
CJsThoughts :
WAIT, WHAT!? 👀 It's THAT EASY!?
2026-07-29 23:12:20
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crunchypb7
Crunchy :
Why do billion dollar companies need a tax break?
2026-07-30 20:25:15
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marcel85198
marcel85198 :
Socialism for corporations, billionaires, but it's evil if it helps regular people.
2026-07-30 15:52:08
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vittylaneog
vittylaneOG :
I'm sorry what? The lobbyist for data centers doesn't or won't live in a state with no data centers?
2026-07-29 22:31:18
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tflemon67
tflemon67 :
They are not paying taxes and citizens are made to pay for their water and electricity usage? WTH
2026-07-30 19:22:33
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aneth5864
gam :
Let's keep it that way. We don't have enough water as it is
2026-07-30 14:11:57
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ncokberryco
N :
The ones we DO have use 150,000 gallons of water a DAY!
2026-07-30 11:32:03
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shannonpaz3
🏝️ ISLAND GURL 🏝️ :
Texas SUCKS …. HUNDREDS HERE !!! ABBOTT HAS TO ROLL OUT !! He approved them all !!!!
2026-07-30 18:01:29
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dumbassdiogenes
TomBombadill :
So...in detail what does each state need immediately? A state sales tax exemption for data centers?
2026-07-29 22:35:25
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lovegoddess1205
lovegoddess1205 :
That’s saying A LOT!!!
2026-07-30 17:10:17
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bluebovid
BlueBovid :
Yet theyre still shoving their asses in. Doesnt CoSp have incentives for out of state businesses?
2026-07-30 23:48:46
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spikealden
Spikealden :
Apparently Virginia does! we have over 600 data centers! Thanks to Younkin, our last republican political criminal for a governor. I hope Abigail can find a way to tax them .
2026-07-29 22:28:39
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tanyapatel85
Tanya Patel :
Get data centers cause they pay into taxes. Then they get tax breaks. Make it make sense. Why not build businesses that actually pay taxes or homes for people who pay taxes
2026-07-30 20:04:19
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cp20242024
Casey P :
i’d start a noise tax and higher water electric tax on them so locals utilities didn’t go up
2026-08-01 02:11:37
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peesbo
peesbo :
😂😂😂
2026-07-30 05:52:46
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xleafy420
🍃🔥 Lèafy ⛽💨 :
Lol
2026-07-31 03:34:14
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bakeryonbay
Bakery On Bay Co. Ocklawaha,Fl :
Step 1: File a Local Noise Ordinance ComplaintYour fastest option is to get local government officials involved.What to File: A formal noise complaint with your city or county Code Enforcement Department or local Health Department.The Rules: Most municipalities across the U.S. have strict industrial-to-residential decibel caps (often limiting noise to 55 dBA at night and 65 dBA during the day at your property line).The Outcome: If local inspectors measure the sound and find it exceeds the legal limit, they will issue official citations and daily fines. This pressure frequently forces the data center operator to construct an exterior perimeter sound wall to avoid escalating penalties.Step 2: File a Private Nuisance LawsuitIf the data center ignores local fines or if your town has weak noise ordinances, you can file a civil lawsuit in court. This approach is gaining massive traction across the U.S..What to File: A Private Nuisance and Negligence Lawsuit, often filed as a class-action lawsuit alongside your neighbors. Major precedent-setting lawsuits have been filed against operators in states like Michigan, New Jersey, and Wisconsin over unbearable cooling-fan drone.Zoning Compliance Doesn't Matter: Under U.S. common law, even if the data center is perfectly compliant with local zoning and decibel laws, you can still win. The legal test is whether the 24/7 industrial noise causes a "substantial and unreasonable interference" with the use and enjoyment of your property.Ask for Injunctive Relief: When filing the suit, your lawyer will ask the judge for an injunction. A judge can legally order the data center to build engineered acoustic barrier walls, install silencers, or reduce operations until the sound is mitigated.Step 3: Gather Evidentiary ProofTo make your filing successful, you must build a "paper trail" before the noise logs or evidence degrade:Log the Noise: Buy a calibrated digital decibel meter or download a specialized sound-monitoring app to document the exact decibel levels inside and outside your home at different times of day.Record the Impact: Keep a daily written journal tracking sleep disruptions, headaches, anxiety, or the inability to use your
2026-07-31 00:50:07
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ckelley2022
Cyndi :
@governor Andrew Beshear
2026-07-30 20:46:57
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ckelley2022
Cyndi :
@The View @@Jon Ossoff @@United States Congress @@Governor Gavin Newsom
2026-07-30 20:46:03
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db201866
dandbttmprc :
Hero
2026-07-30 20:32:09
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sunshyne1104
Sunshyne :
Colorado is blue!
2026-07-30 19:23:25
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