# Pritzker wants data centers to cover their power tab

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Podcast: [Crain's Daily Gist](https://stenobird.com/podcast/crain-s-daily-gist-205316)
Published: 2026-04-13T22:19:09+00:00
Episode link: https://www.chicagobusiness.com
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Gov. JB Pritzker joined a coalition of governors urging the operator of the power grid in Illinois and other a dozen other states to force data centers to pay up. Crain’s reporter John Pletz discusses the push to shield consumers from rising electricity costs with host Amy Guth. Plus: Conagra CEO Connolly is out after 60% stock slide, Abbott hit with $70 million verdict in Chicago infant-formula trial, Pritzker says DHS threat over O’Hare customs will hurt economy and housing advocates sue to undo CHA leadership pick.

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