Relating to: prohibiting nondisclosure agreements intended to conceal information about a data center from the public.
SB 969 bans local governments and data centers from using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) to hide details about data center development from the public. It specifically prohibits agreements meant to conceal construction plans, location, or operational details, while allowing NDAs solely for protecting trade secrets. The bill defines "data center" as facilities primarily handling digital data storage, management, and processing equipment. This law directly affects local governments approving projects and data center operators, requiring transparency in public review processes.
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Introduction
Feb 2026
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Introduced Feb 6, 2026
Last action Mar 23, 2026
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Mar 13, 2026
Upper · Passed
Report passage recommended by Committee on Utilities, Technology and Tourism, Ayes 4, Noes 1
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Feb 6, 2026
Introduced
Introduced by Senators Jacque and Nass;
cosponsored by Representatives Moses, Dittrich, Maxey, Piwowarczyk, Behnke and Wichgers
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2 primary · 0 co-sponsors
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