August 31, 2026

1. California Bill event

   S.B. 887, California Environmental Quality Act: environmental leadership development projects: data centers: geothermal powerplant projects.. S.B. 887 passed the Senate. 2026-08-31. California Legislature primary source (dated by the legislature's own record of the action)

2. California Bill event

   A.B. 2383, Electricity: data centers.. A.B. 2383 passed the Assembly. 2026-08-31. California Legislature primary source (dated by the legislature's own record of the action)

3. California Bill event

   A.B. 2469, Data centers: water use disclosures.. A.B. 2469 passed the Assembly. 2026-08-31. California Legislature primary source (dated by the legislature's own record of the action)

4. Illinois Jurisdiction event

   Champaign County. Public task force meeting held on August 31, 2026 to discuss ordinance with residents ipmnewsroom.org local outlet (content date)

5. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

   North Dakota. North Dakota lawmakers held a hearing on data centers on August 31 to study the issue journalnd.com local outlet (content date)

6. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

   North Dakota. North Dakota AI and Data Center Committee hearing was held on August 31 2026 inforum.com local outlet (content date)

7. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

   North Dakota. Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee met Monday to evaluate data center growth, grid impacts, and regulatory frameworks wdayradionow.com local outlet (content date)

8. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

   North Dakota. North Dakota Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee met Monday to evaluate data center growth, grid impacts and regulatory frameworks am1100theflag.com local outlet (content date)

9. Ohio, OH Reference figure

   Newsweek. Polling shows only 20 percent of Americans believe data center construction is good for the country: 20 percent. Ohio, OH, 2026. Newsweek national outlet (content date)

10. Georgia Statement

    ECIDA attorney Chris Murphy said intergovernmental agreement established responsibilities for each entity and provided legal basis for financial contributions Said August 31, 2026, Effingham Herald. Effingham Herald local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

11. Georgia Statement

    Effingham County resident. Resident Raymond Carver said residents felt pushed out of having voice in the situation Said August 31, 2026, Effingham Herald. Effingham Herald local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

12. Georgia Statement

    Ford. OpenAI will pay the school district based on the 18.018 mill rate rather than the 16.45 mill rate for 15 years Said August 31, 2026, Effingham Herald. Effingham Herald local outlet Also reported by Effingham Herald local outlet (2 reports). (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

13. Georgia Statement

    ECIDA board member. Board member Trisha Boyett said revised fixed rate structure would produce greater tax payments over life of agreement than using lower millage rates Said August 31, 2026, Effingham Herald. Effingham Herald local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

14. Kentucky Statement

    Kentucky House Speaker. House Speaker David Osborne said Kentucky should evaluate whether incentives deliver a return for taxpayers Said August 31, 2026, News From The States. News From The States local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

15. Kentucky Statement

    Kentucky Center for Economic Policy found that legislature's data center incentives could cost the state billions of dollars Said August 31, 2026, News From The States. News From The States local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

16. Maryland Statement

    Governor of Maryland. Governor Moore stated data centers must bear own energy costs and infrastructure improvements Said August 31, 2026, WJLA. WJLA local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

17. Maryland Statement

    State Senator Karen Lewis Young introduced study legislation to analyze data center economic, environmental and energy consequences Said August 31, 2026, WJLA. WJLA local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

18. Maryland Statement

    AI and energy executives warn Maryland risks losing jobs, tax revenue and processing power as counties block data centers Said August 31, 2026, Baltimore Sun. Baltimore Sun local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

19. Maryland Statement

    Residents cite water use, pollution and rising energy costs as reasons to slow down data center development Said August 31, 2026, Baltimore Sun. Baltimore Sun local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

20. Michigan Statement

    President Donald Trump argued that communities should embrace data centers and warned that widespread opposition could put the United States at a competitive disadvantage with China Said August 31, 2026, Michigan House Republicans. Michigan House Republicans local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

21. Michigan Statement

    U.S. President. Trump wrote on Truth Social on Aug. 31, 2026: 'The only reason that communities throughout the U.S.A. should not want Data Centers is if they want to end up being backwards and poor.' Said August 31, 2026, The Detroit News. The Detroit News local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

22. Michigan Statement

    Oakland University engineering professor. Chris Kobus noted that Michigan has perfect conditions for data centers including power infrastructure, cooling infrastructure with water availability, and internet backbone Said August 31, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

23. Michigan Statement

    Oakland University engineering professor. Chris Kobus, engineering professor at Oakland University, said there has been an explosion of activism against data centers in Michigan this calendar year Said August 31, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

24. Michigan Statement

    Democratic candidate for governor, Michigan. Democratic candidate for governor Jocelyn Benson has called for a moratorium and claims to be the only candidate who will hold data centers accountable. Said August 31, 2026, The Detroit News. The Detroit News local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

25. Michigan Statement

    Saline Township resident. Timothy from Saline Township stated strong opposition to AI in all its forms and called data centers a waste of resources Said August 31, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

26. Michigan Statement

    Michigan House of Representatives. Rep. Steve Carra stated that hyperscale data centers are an existential threat and may cause the extermination of humanity if not carefully managed Said August 31, 2026, Michigan House Republicans. Michigan House Republicans local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

27. Michigan Statement

    York Township resident. Mike MacDonald from York Township expressed concern about the massive use of rural land and unknown water and electricity draw from data centers Said August 31, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

28. Michigan Statement

    Democratic U.S. Senate candidate, Michigan. Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Abdul El Sayed of Ann Arbor has been a vocal critic of data center projects. Said August 31, 2026, The Detroit News. The Detroit News local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

29. North Dakota Statement

    Vern Thompson hosted a data center town hall in Harwood Said August 31, 2026, The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG. The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

30. North Dakota Statement

    Vern Thompson, Democratic candidate for North Dakota Ag Commissioner, hosted community forum on hyperscale AI data centers Said August 31, 2026, WDAY Radio. WDAY Radio local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

31. SK Statement

    Saskatchewan minister. Jeremy Harrison said government wants infrastructure supporting AI built in Canada and governed by Canadian laws Said August 31, 2026, WestCentralOnline. WestCentralOnline local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

32. Utah Statement

    R-Ogden, Utah Representative. Rep. Jill Koford, R Ogden, stated that the scale and rapid growth of data center investment raise legitimate questions about whether the current framework and available data remain adequate Said August 31, 2026, Utah News Dispatch. Utah News Dispatch local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

33. Utah Statement

    analyst, Libertas Institute. Kristian Fors, analyst with Libertas Institute, stated 'You can't manage what you can't measure' and stressed the need for transparency and accountability in government policy Said August 31, 2026, Utah News Dispatch. Utah News Dispatch local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

34. Utah Statement

    Kasia Tarczynska, who authored the Good Jobs First report, said states created tax exemptions based on smaller scale data centers from 10 to 15 years ago but the industry has changed dramatically due to artificial intelligence deployment Said August 31, 2026, Utah News Dispatch. Utah News Dispatch local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

35. Wisconsin Statement

    The nonprofit group Build American AI launched a multimillion dollar ad campaign in Kansas, Ohio and Wisconsin to promote data centers. Said August 31, 2026, NBC News. NBC News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

36. Wyoming Statement

    Mesa Power Solutions CEO Scott Gromer said projects like this attract Wyoming companies and Wyoming workers with jobs and supply chain staying in Wyoming Said August 31, 2026, Oil City News. Oil City News local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

37. Wyoming Statement

    Prometheus Hyperscale founder. Prometheus founder Trenton Thornock previously said the data center would be powered by natural gas reciprocating engines supplied by Jenbacher Said August 31, 2026, Oil City News. Oil City News local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)

38. Wyoming Statement

    Christy Katzl, Wilhelm Katzl, Marijke Rossi, residents. Petitioners alleged the data centre could reduce property values, pose safety risks, and involve closed loop cooling system with environmental concerns Said August 31, 2026, The Cool Down. The Cool Down national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

39. Wyoming Timeline entry

    Prometheus Hyperscale Natrona County Data Center. In July 2026, county Development Director Sabrina Kemper said developer had begun looking at moving entire project footprint south of I-25 within Natrona County The record reads proposed, August 31, 2026. Oil City News local outlet (content date)

40. Wyoming Timeline entry

    Prometheus Hyperscale Natrona County Data Center. Prometheus previously proposed 1.5 gigawatt campus across the Natrona and Converse county line on Falls Ranch property north of Interstate 25 The record reads proposed, August 31, 2026. Oil City News local outlet (content date)

41. Wyoming Timeline entry

    Prometheus Hyperscale Natrona County Data Center. Presentation to Natrona County Board of County Commissioners scheduled for September 1, 2026 at 4:40 p.m. The record reads proposed, August 31, 2026. Oil City News local outlet (content date)

42. Wyoming Timeline entry

    Prometheus Hyperscale Natrona County Data Center. Prometheus Hyperscale and Mesa Power Solutions partnership announced to advance proposed data center campus in Natrona County The record reads proposed, August 31, 2026. Oil City News local outlet (content date)

43. California Jurisdiction event

    California. Proposition 45 is subject to debate about data center policy politico.com national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

44. Delaware Jurisdiction event

    Delaware. Delaware blocked data centers from shifting power costs to ratepayers thecooldown.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

45. Florida Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    North Port. North Port city council advanced a pause on data center projects winknews.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

46. Georgia Jurisdiction event

    Augusta. Augusta leaders hosted meeting on data center ordinance wrdw.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

47. Iowa Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    Marshalltown. Marshalltown enacts data center moratorium until November weareiowa.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

48. Indiana Jurisdiction event

    Kokomo. Kokomo council advanced a data center ordinance wrtv.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

49. Kentucky Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    Winchester. Winchester is considering a one year data center moratorium wkyt.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

50. Michigan Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    Wixom. Wixom implemented a 180 day data center moratorium michiganadvance.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

51. Montana Jurisdiction event

    Montana. Montana law moved the deadline for ballot initiative petition signatures forward by about a month mtstandard.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

52. Montana Jurisdiction event

    Butte-Silver Bow County. Both petitioners and county officials missed statutorily prescribed deadlines for placing the ballot question mtstandard.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

53. Montana Jurisdiction event

    Butte-Silver Bow County. District Judge Frank Joseph ruled that statutory deadlines prevent a data center question from appearing on the November 2026 ballot mtstandard.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

54. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

    North Dakota. Data center debate ahead of special legislative session in North Dakota kfgo.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

55. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

    North Dakota. North Dakota legislative committee convened to examine policy and community impacts of data center expansion am1100theflag.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

56. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

    North Dakota. Costs and benefits of data centers discussed at North Dakota legislative meeting northdakotamonitor.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

57. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

    North Dakota. Data center opposition meets North Dakota transparency debate minotdailynews.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

58. North Dakota Jurisdiction event

    North Dakota. North Dakota Legislative Management Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee convened at State Capitol to review policy, electrical grid and regulatory frameworks wdayradionow.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

59. New Jersey Jurisdiction event

    Montville. Montville addressing data center zoning questions patch.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

60. New Jersey Jurisdiction event

    New Jersey. Bell Works data center bid preceded the ban thecooldown.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

61. New Jersey Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    New Jersey. A New Jersey town moves to ban data centers thecooldown.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

62. Ohio Jurisdiction event

    Ohio. Village in Southern Ohio backing data center development thefai.org local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

63. Ohio Jurisdiction event

    Ohio. State Rep. Mike Dovilla voted in support of establishing the Ohio Data Center Study Commission ohiohouse.gov primary source (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

64. ON Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    Sault Ste. Marie. Ward 5 councillor changed vote on data centre moratorium sootoday.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

65. Pennsylvania Jurisdiction event

    Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania is experiencing rapid data center development attracting artificial intelligence industry investment nytimes.com national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

66. Pennsylvania Jurisdiction event

    Pennsylvania. Community opposition is slowing but not killing Pennsylvania data center projects yahoo.com national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

67. Wyoming Jurisdiction event

    Uinta County. Uinta County Commission approved a conditional use permit for Prometheus Hyperscale data centre near Evanston yahoo.com national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

68. Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI Reference figure

    TMJ4 News. Exiting traffic at Interstate 43 interchange at exit 100 rose 76 percent between 2023 and August 2026: 76 percent. Port Washington, Ozaukee County, WI, 2026. TMJ4 News local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

69. Kentucky, statewide Reference figure

    News From The States. By 2028, Kentucky tax expenditures will be nearly 10 billion dollars: 10,000,000,000 dollars a year. Kentucky, statewide, 2026. News From The States local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

70. Kentucky, statewide Reference figure

    News From The States. Kentucky gives away more than 9 billion dollars a year in tax incentives, breaks and rebates: 9,000,000,000 dollars a year. Kentucky, statewide, 2026. News From The States local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

71. Ypsilanti Township, Washtenaw County, MI; Saline Township, Washtenaw County, MI; Wixom, MI; Marshall, MI Reference figure

    Michigan Advance. Saline Township data center project is 250 acres: 250 acres. Ypsilanti Township, Washtenaw County, MI; Saline Township, Washtenaw County, MI; Wixom, MI; Marshall, MI, 2026. Michigan Advance local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

72. Federal News item

    Solid-State Transformers Power Next-Gen AI Data Centers. Solid state transformers are emerging as key technology to convert grid AC power directly to 800V DC in AI data centers, though maturity concerns remain. Data Center Knowledge, 2026-08-31. Data Center Knowledge trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

73. Federal News item

    SLB’s $4.1B Kelvion Deal Expands AI Data Center Push. SLB acquired thermal management company Kelvion for $4.1 billion to expand data center business as AI drives higher cooling demands. Data Center Knowledge, 2026-08-31. Data Center Knowledge trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

74. AB News item

    Alberta data centre could cause power bills to spike, report says - The Globe and Mail. A data center in Alberta could lead to a spike in power bills there. The Globe and Mail, 2026-08-31. The Globe and Mail national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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75. AB News item

    Pembina Institute says Alberta data centre could add up to $460 to electricity bills - Rabble.ca. The Pembina Institute estimates a data center in Alberta could raise electricity bills by as much as $460. Rabble.ca, 2026-08-31. Rabble.ca local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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76. Alabama News item

    Data Center Dilemma: 5 things you need to know about data centers - WBHM. Alabama news series explores data center debate as more than a dozen projects proposed or under construction; article outlines five key concerns. WBHM, 2026-08-31. WBHM local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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77. Alabama News item

    Britt weighs in on data center controversy: ‘We’ve got to win this race, but it has to be right for the people’ - 1819 News. U.S. Senator Katie Britt said Alabama must balance data center growth with community concerns about energy costs, environmental effects and economic impact. 1819 News, 2026-08-31. 1819 News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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78. Alabama News item

    Alabama mayor speaks on proposed data centers - cbs42.com. An Alabama mayor spoke on proposed data centers. The statement reflects local leadership commentary on data center development in the state. cbs42.com, 2026-08-31. cbs42.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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79. AU News item

    Diraq to Deploy a Quantum Computer Inside an Equinix Data Center - markets.businessinsider.com. Diraq and Equinix announced a silicon spin quantum computer deployment at Equinix Sydney data center in October 2026, the first commercial quantum system in a shared data center. markets.businessinsider.com, 2026-08-31. markets.businessinsider.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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80. Arizona News item

    Attorney general wants to halt all data center projects across Arizona - 12News. Attorney General Kris Mayes called for halting all data center projects across Arizona. The statement was made in response to water and energy constraints. 12News, 2026-08-31. 12News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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81. Arizona News item

    Arizona attorney general calls for statewide pause on data centers - kyma.com. Arizona's attorney general called for a statewide pause on data centers on August 31. This represents an official statement calling for restricting data center development. kyma.com, 2026-08-31. kyma.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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82. Arizona News item

    She Bought 956 Arizona Acres for $25 Million. The Plan Is Data Centers That Use Almost No Water - inc.com. An Arizona land developer purchased 956 acres for $25 million with plans to build data centers using minimal water. The project status and developer identity remain unconfirmed. inc.com, 2026-08-31. inc.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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83. Arizona News item

    AG Kris Mayes calls for pause on new data centers, citing Arizona’s water and power crunch - KTAR News 92.3 FM. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a statewide pause on approving new data centers, citing water and power challenges. She stated data centers are power- and water intensive amid Colorado River cuts and rising energy bills. KTAR News 92.3 FM, 2026-08-31. KTAR News 92.3 FM local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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84. Arizona News item

    AG Kris Mayes urges data center pause as Arizona projects spark pushback - The Business Journals. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes calls for a statewide pause on data center approvals, citing power and water concerns amid growing community opposition. The statement reflects escalating political pressure on data center development in Arizona. The Business Journals, 2026-08-31. The Business Journals local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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85. Arizona News item

    Kris Mayes calls for no new AI data centers as Arizona faces water, power crunch - Arizona Mirror. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a statewide pause on new data centers aimed at powering artificial intelligence systems, citing rising energy costs and a planned 30% cut to Arizona's Colorado River water supply. Mayes said Arizona may be one of the most exposed states to negative impacts of excessive data center development. Arizona Mirror, 2026-08-31. Arizona Mirror local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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86. Arizona News item

    AG Mayes calls for statewide pause on new data center construction - AZ Family. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a statewide pause on new data center approvals, citing rising electricity bills and a 30% cut to Arizona's Colorado River water allocation. Mayes said data centers are power- and water intensive while Arizona faces challenges on both fronts. AZ Family, 2026-08-31. AZ Family local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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87. California News item

    Data center debate comes for Prop 45 - Politico. Politico reports on debate surrounding Proposition 45 and its effects on data centers. The item concerns legislative action affecting data center policy in California. Politico, 2026-08-31. Politico national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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88. California News item

    Five Land Use Risks California Data Center Developers Should Be Watching - JD Supra. A report identifies five land use risks for California data center developers. The analysis covers regulatory and zoning challenges affecting data center projects in the state. JD Supra, 2026-08-31. JD Supra local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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89. California News item

    Newsom already said no to data centers disclosing water use once. Now he has two more chances - CalMatters. California lawmakers approved two bills requiring data centers to disclose water use; Governor Newsom previously vetoed similar legislation. CalMatters, 2026-08-31. CalMatters local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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90. Colorado News item

    Trump says communities that don’t build data centers will be ‘backwards and poor’ - Colorado Politics. Trump stated that communities not building data centers will be backwards and poor, as reported by Colorado Politics. The statement expresses a position on data center development. Colorado Politics, 2026-08-31. Colorado Politics national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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91. Delaware News item

    What Shapiro’s New Data Center Order Does — And Doesn’t — Force Developers To Do - Delaware Valley News. Shapiro issued a new data center order establishing developer requirements. The executive order sets conditions and restrictions for data center operations. Delaware Valley News, 2026-08-31. Delaware Valley News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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92. Delaware News item

    'Growth must be responsible': Delaware blocks data centers from shifting power costs - The Cool Down. Delaware blocked data centers from shifting power costs to ratepayers. The state took action to prevent developers from passing utility expenses to other users. The Cool Down, 2026-08-31. The Cool Down local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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93. Florida News item

    New data center proposed for western St. Lucie County near Interstate 95 - wptv.com. A new data center is proposed for western St. Lucie County near Interstate 95 in Florida. The location and developer are not identified in the headline. wptv.com, 2026-08-31. wptv.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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94. Florida News item

    Ashley Moody backs local control on data center question - Florida Politics. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody expressed support for local control over data center decisions. The statement indicates state official backing for community level authority in data center policy. Florida Politics, 2026-08-31. Florida Politics local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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95. Florida News item

    New Florida law to protect consumers from data center costs faces its first test - Creative Loafing Tampa. A new Florida law is meant to shield consumers from costs tied to data centers. Creative Loafing Tampa, 2026-08-31. Creative Loafing Tampa local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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96. Florida News item

    Proposed Florida surf park to be turned into data center instead - BeachGrit.com. A proposed surf park in Florida is being converted into a data center project instead. The development represents a change in land use plans. BeachGrit.com, 2026-08-31. BeachGrit.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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97. Florida News item

    Florida official worried about moving school near proposed data center - Treasure Coast News. A Florida official raised concerns about moving a school near a proposed data center project. The siting decision involves potential proximity to educational facilities. Treasure Coast News, 2026-08-31. Treasure Coast News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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98. Florida News item

    New data center proposed for western St. Lucie County near Interstate 95 - wptv.com. A data center has been proposed near Interstate 95 in the western part of St. Lucie County, Florida. wptv.com, 2026-08-31. wptv.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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99. Florida News item

    North Port considers pause on data center development as residents voice concerns - ABC7 WWSB. North Port, Florida, is weighing whether to pause data center development, and residents have voiced concerns about such projects. ABC7 WWSB, 2026-08-31. ABC7 WWSB local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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100. Florida News item

     North Port advances pause on data center projects - WINK News. North Port, Florida advanced a pause on data center projects. The city is responding to resident concerns about data center development. WINK News, 2026-08-31. WINK News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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101. Georgia News item

     Savannah City Council halts large data center plans to review city resources - thecurrentga.org. Savannah City Council halted large data center plans to review city resources. The moratorium reflects local concerns about infrastructure capacity. thecurrentga.org, 2026-08-31. thecurrentga.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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102. Georgia News item

     $17bn Google Data Center in Columbia County Advances as Firm Finalizes Agreement with Officials - Construction Review. Google finalizes memorandum of understanding for $17 billion data center in Columbia County, Georgia, approved August 2026. Construction Review, 2026-08-31. Construction Review local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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103. Georgia News item

     Effingham School Board Cuts Millage Rate Again to 16.45 Mills. Effingham County school board voted to reduce millage rate by 2 mills to 16.45 mills, funded by OpenAI data center tax arrangement; county approval still pending. Effingham Herald, 2026-08-31. Effingham Herald local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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104. Georgia News item

     Effingham Industrial Authority Approves OpenAI Tax Relief, $90M Deal. Effingham County Industrial Development Authority approves tax relief and $90 million in transfers to county and schools from OpenAI Project Camellia. Effingham Herald, 2026-08-31. Effingham Herald local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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105. Georgia News item

     Augusta leaders host meeting on data center ordinance - WRDW. Augusta leaders held a meeting on data center ordinance. The discussion indicates ongoing regulatory development around data center operations. WRDW, 2026-08-31. WRDW local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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106. Georgia News item

     Georgia county official says data center will cut property taxes - thecentersquare.com. A Georgia county official stated that a data center will reduce property taxes. The claim suggests local tax benefits from data center development. thecentersquare.com, 2026-08-31. thecentersquare.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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107. Iowa News item

     Marshalltown enacts data center moratorium until November - weareiowa.com. Marshalltown enacts a data center moratorium until November. The city imposed a development pause on data center projects. weareiowa.com, 2026-08-31. weareiowa.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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108. Iowa News item

     National Taxpayers Union calls for neutral analysis of data centers - Radio Iowa. National Taxpayers Union called for neutral analysis of data centers. The statement addresses tax and fiscal implications of data center development. Radio Iowa, 2026-08-31. Radio Iowa local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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109. Indiana News item

     EXCLUSIVE: The unexpected data center effect: lower electric bills - washingtonreporter.news. Utilities in Indiana, Georgia and Texas project data centers will lower residential electric rates by $59 million, $180 per year, and $5 billion respectively. washingtonreporter.news, 2026-08-31. washingtonreporter.news local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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110. Indiana News item

     Kokomo council advances data center ordinance despite public opposition - WRTV. The Kokomo city council advanced a data center ordinance despite opposition from the public. The vote moves the ordinance forward in the local permitting process. WRTV, 2026-08-31. WRTV local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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111. Kansas News item

     Barber County finalizes deal with Google for data center project | Trusted News Source for Wichita & Kansas - kake.com. Barber County commissioners voted 2-0 to finalize agreement with Google for 1.7 million square foot data center project, with tax payments, community benefits, and environmental protections. kake.com, 2026-08-31. kake.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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112. Kansas News item

     Commissioners approve Google data center in Barber County | Trusted News Source for Wichita & Kansas - kake.com. Barber County commissioners approved Google's 1.7 million square foot data center project in a 2-0 vote with community opposition. kake.com, 2026-08-31. kake.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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113. Kansas News item

     Kansas made sure data centers are responsible. De Soto should welcome one | Opinion - kansascity.com. An opinion piece argues De Soto, Kansas should welcome a data center given Kansas regulations. The author advocates for accepting a local data center project. kansascity.com, 2026-08-31. kansascity.com national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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114. Kentucky News item

     Kentucky House Speaker says we should evaluate data center tax breaks. Let’s expand that idea. - Kentucky Lantern. Kentucky House Speaker discusses evaluating data center tax breaks. The article suggests expanding review of tax incentives for data centers in the state. Kentucky Lantern, 2026-08-31. Kentucky Lantern local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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115. Kentucky News item

     Data Center Developer Leans On Kentucky Law Meant To Promote Housing Development - Realtor.com. A data center developer has relied on a Kentucky law intended to promote housing development. Realtor.com, 2026-08-31. Realtor.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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116. Kentucky News item

     Winchester to consider 1-year data center moratorium - WKYT. Winchester is considering a one year moratorium on data center development. This represents a potential jurisdictional action to restrict data center projects. WKYT, 2026-08-31. WKYT local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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117. Kentucky News item

     New study examining data center impacts in Kentucky - WBKO. A new study examined data center impacts in Kentucky. The research contributes to understanding environmental or economic effects of data centers. WBKO, 2026-08-31. WBKO local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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118. Kentucky News item

     Trump faces backlash in Kentucky over comments on data center opposition - WHAS11. In Kentucky, Trump drew a backlash over comments he made about data centers. WHAS11, 2026-08-31. WHAS11 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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119. Kentucky News item

     Trump says data center critics want to be ‘backwards and poor,’ drawing bipartisan rebuke in Kentucky - WEKU. Trump described critics of data centers as wanting to be backwards and poor. WEKU, 2026-08-31. WEKU local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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120. Louisiana News item

     Meta data center in northeast LA transforms local government: ‘Coming into the modern world’ - NOLA.com. Meta's Richland Parish data center, known as Hyperion, transforms local governance in rural northeast Louisiana as construction advances and tax revenues surge. NOLA.com, 2026-08-31. NOLA.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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121. Louisiana News item

     Meta’s data center will be the biggest in the U.S., but no one knows who they’re hiring - thelensnola.org. Louisiana regulators voted to keep Meta's data center job and electricity figures confidential despite a judge's recommendation for transparency, raising concerns about impacts on Black communities. thelensnola.org, 2026-08-31. thelensnola.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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122. Maryland News item

     Federalsburg Planning Commission tackles data center questions - stardem.com. Federalsburg planning commission reviews data center definitions and zoning language after a data center proposal and Caroline County moratorium; town council expresses opposition. stardem.com, 2026-08-31. stardem.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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123. Maryland News item

     Tech industry’s warning as Maryland counties block data centers - Baltimore Sun. Baltimore Sun reports AI and energy executives warn Maryland risks losing jobs and tax revenue as counties block data centers following Amazon Lusby project cancellation. Baltimore Sun, 2026-08-31. Baltimore Sun local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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124. Maryland News item

     Maryland won't have data center study by Sept. 1. Why a lawmaker remains hopeful - WJLA. Maryland's statewide data center study delayed beyond September 1 deadline; State Senator Karen Lewis Young advocates for objective analysis of economic, environmental and energy impacts. WJLA, 2026-08-31. WJLA local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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125. Michigan News item

     Rep. Carra: America Must Lead Global Conversation on Hyperscale Data Center Risks - Michigan House Republicans. State Rep. Steve Carra called hyperscale data centers an existential threat and urged elected officials to lead global conversation on risks. Michigan House Republicans, 2026-08-31. Michigan House Republicans local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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126. Michigan News item

     Trump targets data center opposition ahead of Vance's Michigan speech - The Detroit News. President Trump criticized data center opposition in social media post while Vice President Vance campaigned in Michigan, stating communities opposing data centers will become backward and poor. The Detroit News, 2026-08-31. The Detroit News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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127. Michigan News item

     Oracle and OpenAI's Saline Township data center going up quickly - The Detroit News. The Barn, the Oracle and OpenAI data center on Braun Road in Saline Township, Michigan, was advancing quickly as of August 26, 2026. The Detroit News, 2026-08-31. The Detroit News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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128. Missouri News item

     Missouri communities against data centers are 'backwards and poor,' President Trump says - Yahoo. President Trump made a statement characterizing Missouri communities opposing data centers. The comment reflects a political perspective on local data center opposition. Yahoo, 2026-08-31. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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129. Mississippi News item

     Mississippi residents' defends US claims over xAI data center plant - MLex. Mississippi residents opposed a motion to dismiss public nuisance, negligence and emotional distress claims against xAI and MZX Tech over unpermitted power plant fueling data centers. MLex, 2026-08-31. MLex local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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130. Mississippi News item

     SpaceXAI shuts off 11 temporary turbines powering Southaven data center - SuperTalk Mississippi Media. SpaceXAI has an agreement with the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to remove all 69 temporary turbines powering its Southaven data center by July 2027. SuperTalk Mississippi Media, 2026-08-31. SuperTalk Mississippi Media local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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131. North Carolina News item

     In Durham County, Debate Around Data Centers Focuses on the Research Economy - INDY Week. Durham County commissioners voted 4-1 to impose nine month moratorium on data center development with exemptions for small facilities and closed loop cooling. INDY Week, 2026-08-31. INDY Week local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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132. North Dakota News item

     North Dakota legislative committee convenes to examine policy and community impacts of data center expansion - WDAY Radio. North Dakota Legislative Management AI and Data Center Committee convened at state capitol to review policy, grid and regulatory frameworks for data center expansion. WDAY Radio, 2026-08-31. WDAY Radio local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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133. North Dakota News item

     Data center debate heats up ahead of special session - The Mighty 790 KFGO. North Dakota legislators debate two bills during a special session: one proposing a moratorium on AI data center construction and another banning non disclosure agreements for public officials; also proposed amendments to remove sales tax exemption on data center equipment. The Mighty 790 KFGO, 2026-08-31. The Mighty 790 KFGO local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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134. North Dakota News item

     North Dakota legislative committee convenes to examine policy and community impacts of data center expansion - The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG. The North Dakota Legislative Management Artificial Intelligence and Data Center Committee convened to review policy, electrical grid, and regulatory frameworks for data center development across the state. The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG, 2026-08-31. The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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135. North Dakota News item

     North Dakota committee examines data center impacts - InForum. A North Dakota committee examined impacts of data centers on the state. The hearing reflects ongoing policy analysis of the industry's effects. InForum, 2026-08-31. InForum local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

     ND

136. North Dakota News item

     Sales tax savings for data centers topped $65 million in 2025 - KFYR TV. Sales tax savings for data centers totaled $65 million in 2025. The item reports the annual tax incentive amount. KFYR TV, 2026-08-31. KFYR TV local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

     ND

137. North Dakota News item

     Costs, benefits of data centers take center stage at legislative meeting - North Dakota Monitor. The North Dakota Monitor reports that costs and benefits of data centers took center stage at a legislative meeting. This documents state level policy deliberation on data center development. North Dakota Monitor, 2026-08-31. North Dakota Monitor local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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138. North Dakota News item

     Vern Thompson hosts data center town hall in Harwood - The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG. Vern Thompson hosted a data center town hall in Harwood. This is a public engagement event addressing data center issues with a state official. The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG, 2026-08-31. The Flag - AM 1100 and FM 92.3 WZFG local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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139. North Dakota News item

     Data center opposition meets ND transparency debate - - Minot Daily News. Minot Daily News reports on data center opposition meeting a transparency debate in North Dakota. This reflects ongoing policy discussions about data centers. Minot Daily News, 2026-08-31. Minot Daily News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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140. New Jersey News item

     Montville Plugs Into Data Center Zoning Questions - Patch. Montville is addressing data center zoning questions. This indicates municipal deliberation on data center land use policy. Patch, 2026-08-31. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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141. New Jersey News item

     New Jersey town moves to ban data centers, but Bell Works' bid came first - Yahoo. A New Jersey town moved to ban data centers, though Bell Works' data center proposal came before the ban. The action reflects ongoing efforts to restrict data center development. Yahoo, 2026-08-31. Yahoo local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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142. New Mexico News item

     Project Jupiter site work continues, despite high court’s pause on permits - Searchlight New Mexico. Project Jupiter site work continues despite a high court pause on permits. The project is proceeding with construction work while legal proceedings affect its permit status. Searchlight New Mexico, 2026-08-31. Searchlight New Mexico local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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143. Nevada News item

     Nevada's Lombardo backed water-hungry data centers days after AI-linked donors gave a PAC $1 million - The Cool Down. Nevada Governor Lombardo backed water intensive data centers shortly after AI linked donors contributed $1 million to a political action committee. The timing raises questions about the relationship between campaign contributions and policy support. The Cool Down, 2026-08-31. The Cool Down local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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144. Nevada News item

     Data centers discussed by Northern Nevada Development Authority panel - The Record Courier. The Northern Nevada Development Authority panel discussed data centers. The discussion indicates regional stakeholder engagement on data center development. The Record Courier, 2026-08-31. The Record Courier local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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145. Nevada News item

     Data Centers Belong in Nevada’s Economic Future - California Globe. A case was made for data centers as part of Nevada's economic future. California Globe, 2026-08-31. California Globe local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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146. Ohio News item

     A Village in Southern Ohio Is Bucking the Data Center Backlash. Why? - The Foundation for American Innovation. A village in Southern Ohio is accepting data center development despite broader regional backlash against such projects. The item discusses local support for data centers in context of statewide opposition. The Foundation for American Innovation, 2026-08-31. The Foundation for American Innovation local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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147. Ohio News item

     Ohio manufacturers fear data center energy needs misunderstood - Journal-News.com. Ohio manufacturers stated concerns that data center energy needs are misunderstood. The statement reflects industry views on energy impacts of data center development. Journal-News.com, 2026-08-31. Journal-News.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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148. Ohio News item

     State Rep. Mike Dovilla Votes in Support of Establishing the Ohio Data Center Study Commission - Ohio House of Representatives (.gov). State Rep. Mike Dovilla voted to establish the Ohio Data Center Study Commission. The action represents legislative effort to create a commission to study data center policy. Ohio House of Representatives (.gov), 2026-08-31. Ohio House of Representatives (.gov) primary source (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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149. Oklahoma News item

     Water leak at Oklahoma data center sparks concern - 5newsonline.com. A water leak at an Oklahoma data center has sparked concern about operations. The incident highlights operational challenges at a data center facility. 5newsonline.com, 2026-08-31. 5newsonline.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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150. ON News item

     Planning Act tool used to pause data centres in Oakville and the evolving provincial framework - Dentons. A Planning Act tool was used to pause data centers in Oakville. Ontario is developing an evolving provincial framework for data center regulation. Dentons, 2026-08-31. Dentons local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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151. ON News item

     Ward 5 councillor changes vote on data centre moratorium - SooToday.com. A Ward 5 councillor in Sault Ste. Marie changed their vote on a data centre moratorium. The shift affects the council's position on data centre development in the city. SooToday.com, 2026-08-31. SooToday.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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152. Pennsylvania News item

     Township authority over data center plans uncertain in Northampton County - thecentersquare.com. A report in thecentersquare.com raises questions about township authority over data center plans in Northampton County, Pennsylvania. The uncertainty reflects ongoing regulatory clarity issues. thecentersquare.com, 2026-08-31. thecentersquare.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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153. Pennsylvania News item

     Data center developer appeals Dorrance Twp. rejection - The Citizens' Voice. Massachusetts development company Brewster Land Co. appeals Dorrance Township zoning board decision blocking data center on 155 acre parcel in Mountain Top. The Citizens' Voice, 2026-08-31. The Citizens' Voice local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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154. Pennsylvania News item

     Will a data center join the Philadelphia Bellwether District’s mix of manufacturers and warehouses? - Spotlight PA. A data center may be developed in Philadelphia's Bellwether District alongside manufacturers and warehouses. The project status is uncertain and still under consideration. Spotlight PA, 2026-08-31. Spotlight PA local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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155. Pennsylvania News item

     Where Lehigh Valley lawmakers stand on data center regulation as Pa. legislature returns for fall - The Morning Call. Lehigh Valley lawmakers are considering their positions on data center regulation as Pennsylvania's legislature returns for fall session. The article documents local legislative perspectives on data center policy. The Morning Call, 2026-08-31. The Morning Call local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

     PA

156. Pennsylvania News item

     Pennsylvania’s A.I. Gold Rush Meets Second Thoughts - The New York Times. The New York Times reports on Pennsylvania's data center boom and emerging community skepticism. The item covers the state's data center growth and related concerns. The New York Times, 2026-08-31. The New York Times national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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157. Pennsylvania News item

     Tracking Pa. data centers: Updated map shows opposition slowing, not killing projects - PennLive.com. A map tracking Pennsylvania data centers shows opposition activity is slowing projects but not canceling them. The item reports status of multiple Pennsylvania data center projects. PennLive.com, 2026-08-31. PennLive.com national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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158. Rhode Island News item

     Can Rising Operating Income Support PPL's Long Term Earnings Growth? - The Globe and Mail. PPL Corporation reports data center demand is supporting earnings growth, with Pennsylvania segment seeing 31.8 GW potential demand and Kentucky 13.7 GW through 2032. The Globe and Mail, 2026-08-31. The Globe and Mail local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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159. South Carolina News item

     Mount Pleasant leaders recommend a moratorium on data center development - WCBD News 2. Mount Pleasant, South Carolina leaders recommend a 120 day moratorium on data center development to examine environmental impacts and zoning laws. WCBD News 2, 2026-08-31. WCBD News 2 national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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160. SK News item

     Saskatchewan releases new framework for future data centre development - WestCentralOnline. Saskatchewan released a data centre framework requiring Canadian ownership, data sovereignty, self supplied power and local jobs. WestCentralOnline, 2026-08-31. WestCentralOnline local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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161. Tennessee News item

     Data center committee receives first ordinance draft - Main Street Media of Tennessee. A data center committee received the first draft of a regulatory ordinance. The ordinance represents an initial step in establishing local data center policy. Main Street Media of Tennessee, 2026-08-31. Main Street Media of Tennessee local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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162. Utah News item

     Mystery price tag: Utah can’t say how much it’s losing from data center tax break - Utah News Dispatch. Utah has no tracking mechanism for the revenue lost through data center sales tax exemptions because state law repealed reporting requirements nearly two decades ago. States with data center tax exemptions forgo millions to billions in annual revenue, and good governance experts and lawmakers stress the need for transparency and accountability. Utah News Dispatch, 2026-08-31. Utah News Dispatch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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163. Virginia News item

     Amazon changes course on water use for Virginia data center campus - Maryland Matters. Amazon Web Services abandons groundwater permit application for King George County data center campus after concerns about declining aquifer availability, switching to alternative water sources. Maryland Matters, 2026-08-31. Maryland Matters local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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164. Washington News item

     Lakeside Industries’ proposed data center in Dallesport confirmed - Columbia Gorge News. Lakeside Industries proposed a 1,260 megawatt data center on a 434 acre parcel in Dallesport, Washington; a second project by Scott Webster is also planned in the same unincorporated community. Columbia Gorge News, 2026-08-31. Columbia Gorge News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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165. Wisconsin News item

     Guest opinion: Big Tech wants Wisconsin land for data centers. Voters are saying ‘Yeah, no.’ - Wisconsin Watch. Wisconsin Watch reports that voters are opposing Big Tech's interest in acquiring Wisconsin land for data centers. The headline indicates public resistance to data center projects. Wisconsin Watch, 2026-08-31. Wisconsin Watch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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166. Wisconsin News item

     Port Washington residents say new traffic signal at I-43 interchange near data center construction is a welcome fix. Port Washington residents report welcome relief from traffic signals installed at Interstate 43 interchange near data center construction area. Yahoo, 2026-08-31. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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167. Wisconsin News item

     Port Washington residents say new traffic signals at the I-43 interchange construction are a welcome fix. Wisconsin DOT and Port Washington installed temporary traffic signals at I-43 exit 100; exiting traffic rose 76 percent since 2023, attributed largely to data center construction traffic. TMJ4 News, 2026-08-31. TMJ4 News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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168. West Virginia News item

     West Virginia plan to gain support for data center development includes elimination of state income tax - sentinelksmo.org. West Virginia's plan to support data center development includes elimination of state income tax. This is a state level policy initiative affecting data center taxation. sentinelksmo.org, 2026-08-31. sentinelksmo.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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169. West Virginia News item

     Community, Conservation Groups Ask Courts To Properly Review Challenges To Data Center Permitting - West Virginia Public Broadcasting. Courts in West Virginia have been asked by community and conservation groups to review challenges to the permitting of data centers. West Virginia Public Broadcasting, 2026-08-31. West Virginia Public Broadcasting local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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170. West Virginia News item

     Trump slams anti-data center movement as local opposition continues to grow in West Virginia - WDTV 5. Former President Trump criticized anti data center opposition in West Virginia as local sentiment against projects grows. The statement reflects a national debate over data center development benefits versus local concerns. WDTV 5, 2026-08-31. WDTV 5 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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171. West Virginia News item

     West Virginia plan to gain support for data center development includes elimination of state income tax - sentinelksmo.org. A West Virginia plan in support of data center development includes eliminating the state's income tax. sentinelksmo.org, 2026-08-31. sentinelksmo.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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172. Wyoming News item

     Prometheus Hyperscale, Mesa Power Solutions partner on proposed Natrona County data center campus. Prometheus Hyperscale and Mesa Power Solutions partnered to advance a 1.5 gigawatt data center campus in Natrona County, Wyoming with on site natural gas power generation. The project is scheduled for a presentation to the Natrona County Board of County Commissioners on September 1, 2026. Oil City News, 2026-08-31. Oil City News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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173. Wyoming News item

     Wyoming judge dismisses challenge to data center permit amid water, safety fears - Yahoo. A Wyoming judge dismissed a legal challenge to a data center permit amid water and safety concerns. The ruling allows the project to proceed despite community objections. Yahoo, 2026-08-31. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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174. Georgia Timeline entry

     Google Columbia County data center. Economic Development Authority approved memorandum of understanding for Google Data Center in Columbia County, Georgia. The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. Construction Review local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

175. Georgia Timeline entry

     Google Columbia County data center. Two major sites: White Oak and Pumpkin Center area in Columbia County. The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. Construction Review local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

176. Georgia Timeline entry

     Google Columbia County data center. First payments expected late 2026 or early 2027 depending on construction milestones. The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. Construction Review local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

177. Georgia Timeline entry

     Google Columbia County data center. Agreement mandates 65 decibel noise ceiling and 500 foot buffer zone from residential areas. The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. Construction Review local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

178. Wisconsin Timeline entry

     Vantage Port Washington Data Center. Crews are working on widened lanes for trucks and dedicated right turn lanes at the interchange The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. TMJ4 News local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

179. Wisconsin Timeline entry

     Vantage Port Washington Data Center. Much of the traffic increase is attributed to data center construction traffic in the area The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. TMJ4 News local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

180. Wisconsin Timeline entry

     Vantage Port Washington Data Center. New temporary traffic signals were scheduled to go online Wednesday at the I-43 interchange The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. TMJ4 News local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

181. Wisconsin Timeline entry

     Vantage Port Washington Data Center. New traffic signal installed at I-43 interchange near data center construction in Port Washington The record reads being built, reported August 31, 2026. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

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