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Data centers are on the midterm ballot

Axios · · 304 words · By Ashley Gold; Natalie Daher
State vs. federal policy tension Political polarization AI and infrastructure conflict
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“At least 11 states have proposed some legislation to restrict or ban data center development since late 2025.”
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“Maine is on track to be the first to ban construction outright.”
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“A bill pausing development until Nov. 2027 is expected to clear the state Senate and be signed by Gov. Janet Mills (D).”
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“Another dozen states have seen local pushback or enacted restrictions tackling environmental concerns, consumer data or energy bills.”
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“Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) introduced a bill to pause data center construction nationwide.”
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“Maine will be the first of many states to have such moratoria.”
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