The Data Center Divide
A policy snapshot ahead of the 2026 midterms. Mapping data center incentives, restrictions, and bans through legislation, regulations, and executive actions across all 50 states and 1,462 local jurisdictions.
Dickson County
Slightly Pro-Data Center Policies
Tennessee rules can limit how much utilities and municipalities absorb data-center-specific infrastructure costs, while allowing certain cost allocations and independent power. Qualifying large projects that meet investment and job requirements can receive equipment tax breaks and a reduced electricity tax.
Rating and summary from Tennessee statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Dickson County.
Specific to Dickson County only.
current law · County measureApproves Resolution 07-2026-01 to review zoning for data centers, which the Dickson County Commission passed unanimously on July 20, 2026 (Minutes).Dickson County Commission — Six-Month Moratorium on Data Centers (2026)
Timing
The sources confirm approval of a moratorium to review zoning on data centers, but do not specify an expiration date, ending condition, or extension provision.
People behind it
- Mayor Bob Rial
Identified on the agenda as responsible for the proposed moratorium to review zoning on data centers.
- Commissioner Danny Williams
Made the motion proposing the moratorium to review zoning on data centers.
- Commissioner Randy Simpkins
Identified as responsible for the Old County House Road speed-limit measure and made the motion proposing it.
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- Commissioner Dwight McIllwain
Identified as responsible for the Slayden Wood Road speed-limit measure and made the motion proposing it.
- Commissioner Becky Spicer
Identified as responsible for the White Road speed-limit measure and made the motion proposing it.
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A moratorium was approved to review zoning for data centers, temporarily restricting data-center development while the zoning review is conducted; the minutes do not specify the moratorium’s duration or other conditions.
Sources
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