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.
Wilson County
This restriction takes precedence while in effect. The rating below excludes temporary restrictions.
Slightly Pro-Data Center Policies
Wilson County has enacted a temporary pause on accepting, reviewing, or approving key permits for data centers and high-density computing facilities, potentially delaying projects and expansions; its duration is unspecified.
Rating from Tennessee statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Wilson County.
Specific to Wilson County only.
current law · County measureThis resolution, sponsored by Commissioner Tommy Jones and supported by the county commission after a proposal from Commissioner Lauren Breeze, imposes a six-month moratorium on new data centers and qualifying high-density computing facilities in Wilson County.Wilson County Commission Data Center Moratorium Resolution (2026)
What this means
The measure would temporarily stop the county from accepting, reviewing, or approving key permits for data centers and high-density computing facilities, which could significantly delay new projects and expansions. It does not say how long the pause would last, and it is not a permanent ban.
Timing
The measure imposes a temporary moratorium on applications for data centers and high-density computing facilities, but the minutes do not specify an expiration date or ending condition.
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Imposes a temporary moratorium on accepting, processing, and approving applications for land use, zoning, building, site plan, or conditional use permits for data centers and high-density computing facilities.
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