Seeking Action on Data Center Legislation
By Reps. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) and Brenda Pugh (R-Luzerne)
Press Releases
Walsh to Host Veterans Recognition Event, Expo Nov. 7
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) will host a Veterans Recognition Event and Expo for Luzerne County veterans on Saturday, Nov. 7, in partnership with Misericordia University.
Almost $5 Million Awarded to Oak Hill Water System, Walsh Says
HARRISBURG – Almost $5 million in grants and loans has been awarded to Aqua Pennsylvania Inc. for infrastructure improvements in Lehman Township, according to Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne).
Walsh Votes Against Unsustainable Budget Plan
HARRISBURG – While the 2026-27 state budget passed by the House of Representatives today reined in Gov. Josh Shapiro’s appetite for overspending, it still spends too much and sets the Commonwealth up to have its reserve funds completely depleted in two years, according to Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne).
Walsh to Host 2026 Senior Expo Aug. 11 at Misericordia University
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is inviting area senior citizens and their caregivers to his 2026 Senior Expo on Tuesday, Aug. 11, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Misericordia University’s Insalaco Hall.
Walsh Supports Legislative Initiative to Make Childcare More Affordable in PA
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is a co-sponsor of a legislative package designed to address the childcare crisis in Pennsylvania.
Coleman, Walsh Seek to Combat Data Center Spread
HARRISBURG – Sen. Jarrett Coleman (R-Bucks/Lehigh) and Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) have introduced a package of bills in the Senate and the House of Representatives to repeal the tax break being given to data centers to locate in Pennsylvania and allowing municipalities to place a moratorium on data center development applications.
Walsh to Host Legislative Update on Data Centers
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is hosting a town hall meeting in Sugarloaf to provide an update on legislation pertaining to data centers currently being considered in Harrisburg.
Walsh Introduces Legislation Addressing Data Center Growth in PA
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) has introduced House Bills 2515 and 2516, known as the Commercial Data Center Transparency Act, to address growing concerns surrounding the rapid expansion of large data centers in Luzerne County and across the Commonwealth.
Walsh Introduces Companion Legislation to Senate Proposals Addressing the Growth of Data Centers in PA
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) today announced his continued efforts to strengthen local protections and increase transparency for data center proposals in the state.
Walsh Supports Pennsylvania Ratepayer Protection Act to Lower Electricity Costs, Address Data Center Demand
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) has announced he is a co-sponsor of legislation to protect consumers from rising electricity costs driven by the growing energy demands of large-scale data centers, while strengthening the state’s energy economy.
Walsh: Don’t Miss Out on These Upcoming Events
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is hosting several upcoming events for residents throughout the 117th Legislative District.
Walsh: Funding for Area Fire, EMS Companies Announced
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) announced funding is being awarded to 34 emergency responder organizations in the 117th Legislative District under the Fire Company and Emergency Medical Services Grant Program.
Walsh to Introduce Legislation Exempting Luzerne County from Enhanced Vehicle Emission Inspection, Maintenance Program
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) today announced he will be introducing legislation to exempt Luzerne County from the enhanced vehicle emission inspection and maintenance program (I/M Program).
Walsh Hosting Data Center Town Hall Feb. 24
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is hosting a town hall meeting on the expansion of data centers in Luzerne County and its impacts on residents and local municipalities.
Walsh Reacts to Governor’s Proposed State Budget
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) issued this statement following Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget address before the General Assembly on Tuesday:
Walsh Announces Upcoming Events
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) has scheduled various upcoming events for residents throughout the 117th Legislative District.
Walsh Announces $204,000 for Harveys Lake Infrastructure Improvement Project
HARRISBURG – Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) today announced more than $204,000 in funding has been awarded to the General Municipal Authority of Harveys Lake under the Small Water and Sewer Program.
Walsh Introduces Legislation Addressing Data Center Growth in PA
HARRISBURG – State Rep. Jamie Walsh (R-Luzerne) is introducing a package of bills aimed at addressing growing concerns surrounding the rapid expansion of large data centers in Luzerne County and across the Commonwealth.
Walsh Pledges to Defend Our Daughters
HARRISBURG – Continuing his advocacy for fairness in women’s sports, Rep. Jamie Walsh (R- Luzerne) is inviting people to join the “Defending Our Daughters” campaign to show support for the Commonwealth’s female athletes.
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