Senate rejects amendment that would ban NDAs for data-center negotiations; debate centered on transparency vs. economic development

Apr 26, 2025

Senators debated and rejected an amendment that would have prohibited local governments from entering nondisclosure agreements for data-center development, with supporters citing transparency for residents and opponents arguing NDAs can be needed in early commercial negotiations.

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Senators on April 25 debated an amendment (A41) by Sen. MayQuaid that would have barred municipalities from entering nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) related to data-center development and required public disclosure of project existence during local consideration.

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