Minnesota · 2025-2026 Regular Session · Bill
HF 4153: Criteria for preapplication evaluations of water appropriations for data centers modified, data centers' electricity sales exempted in calculating a utility's solar energy standard, and data centers exempted from paying sales tax on electricity purchases.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HF 4153 is a bill introduced in the Minnesota House on March 12, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Criteria for preapplication evaluations of water appropriations for data centers modified, data centers' electricity sales exempted in calculating a utility's solar energy standard, and data centers exempted from paying sales tax on electricity purchases. Primary sponsor: Shane Mekeland (Republican). It lists 2 additional sponsors. Most recent recorded action (March 12, 2026): Introduction and first reading, referred to Energy Finance and Policy.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 3
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shane Mekeland | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 27A |
| Ben Davis | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 6A |
| Chris Swedzinski | Co-sponsor | Republican | House | 15A |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Introduction and first reading, referred to Energy Finance and Policy