LINCOLN—Nebraska data centers received more than $300 million in personal property tax breaks over the past four years, including an estimated $196 million last fiscal year. State data shows nearly $22 billion in equipment was exempted from property taxes between 2023 and 2026, with most exemptions concentrated in Douglas, Sarpy and Lancaster counties. Although Gov. Jim Pillen issued an executive order limiting future tax incentives, existing property tax exemptions remain in place. Lawmakers are expected to examine the financial impact of these exemptions when the Legislature reconvenes in January.

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