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SDCL § 49-50-1 Definition of data center
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For purposes of this chapter, "data center" means a centralized repository for the dissemination, management, processing, and storage of electronic data and information, with a peak demand of ten megawatts or greater. Source: SL 2026, ch 190 , § 2.
SDCL § 49-50-2 Electricity--Separate service terms and conditions
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A provider of electricity shall establish and maintain separate terms and conditions for electric service applicable to a data center. The terms and conditions must require that the data center reimburse any provider of electricity for all costs fairly attributed to the data cent…
SDCL § 49-50-3 Construction, development, and operation--Local authority to regulate--State preemption prohibited
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The state may not preempt or otherwise limit the authority of the governing body of a county, municipality, or other political subdivision to adopt ordinances and resolutions limiting, prohibiting, or otherwise regulating the construction, development, or operation of data center…
SDCL § 49-50-4 Water--Projected consumption--Notice to providers--Compatibility determination--Board statement--Consumption limits
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Prior to commencing operation in this state, the operator of a data center shall provide notice of projected water consumption to each local water provider in the area in which the data center is proposed to be located. Each water provider receiving notice pursuant to this sectio…