Tax Abatements

State Representative Vasut advised the court to deny the reinvestment zone and tax abatements, noting that data centers lack local necessity and fail the math on community benefit.

Expressed concern over the county's tax abatement policies, specifically regarding Freeport LNG, and requested more accountability for companies receiving tax breaks.

Requested that the court table the tax abatement assignment to allow for more review of the company's performance.