Scott Sowers

"Total collections remained below their long-term trends nationally and in most states for the second consecutive year, meaning states generally

"At least 25 states introduced bills to repeal or restrict data center tax subsidies, but such legislation passed in only eight states," according to research by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.

"The National Infrastructure Bank would cover all of the current financing gap measured by the American Society of Civil Engineers, plus any new

"In a rare "win-win" situation, in states where volume cap demand exceeds supply, issuers of multifamily housing bonds would benefit from the

Data centers are creating challenges for local governments. Untangling the local and state tax revenue implications of a data center deal can be just as problematic as marshalling local support for a major project.

"The housing and student loan proposals could move as standalone measures or be incorporated into broader tax, housing or education legislation," said Kutak Rock.

"Several of the localities in Virginia that have received significant revenue have been able to lower residential property taxes," said Nicole Riley, the director of Virginia Government Affairs for the Data Center Coalition.

"Policymakers should do more for privacy than grandstand on social media," said the Foundation.

"Municipal bond funds to be issued by the airports authority, are the primary source for the capital construction program," said Andy Rountree, WMAA's chief financial officer.

"Assess infrastructure constraints," said Miller Canfeild. "Determine whether water, sewer, roads, sidewalks, utilities or other public improvements could prevent otherwise viable housing projects from moving forward."