N.J. Targets Data Centers in New Source Push
Legislators Seek ‘Fair’ Burden on Centers, Ratepayers
Gov. Mikie Sherrill (D), who took office in January, pledged in her election campaign to freeze electricity rates. The bill would protect ratepayers from rate hikes triggered by data center development. | Mikie Sherrill for New Jersey
Feb 16, 2026
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New Jersey legislators advanced a bill that would protect ratepayers from rate hikes triggered by data center development, as the state looks for ways to add generation capacity, boost its infrastructure and curb energy use.
