September 28, 2026
150 entries published that day, the everything feed by the day each row entered the record; the timeline lists milestones alone, by the day they happened. Each is one sourced row of the record: what happened, where, and where it came from. Nothing here is an article and nothing is unapproved.
- New Jersey Bill event
A. 4801, Establishes certain protections against demand by large-load addition customers in State.. A. 4801 went to committee in the Senate. 2026-09-28. New Jersey Legislature primary source (dated by the legislature's own record of the action)
- Wisconsin Jurisdiction event Moratorium
Milwaukee. Milwaukee City Plan Commission held public hearing and discussion on proposed one year moratorium on new data center developments wtmj.com local outlet (content date)
- Connecticut Statement
Dan Diorio, Data Center Coalition. Connecticut has some of the nation's most expensive electricity at 23-25 cents per kilowatt hour, compared to 10-12 cents in the south Said September 28, 2026, connecticut.news12.com. connecticut.news12.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Connecticut Statement
Dan Diorio, Data Center Coalition. Data centers bring thousands of construction jobs and millions of dollars in property taxes without requiring new roads and schools, since most centers only employ a few dozen people Said September 28, 2026, connecticut.news12.com. connecticut.news12.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
Byron Donalds, Republican candidate for Florida Governor, opposes statewide pause on data centers, arguing it sends a dangerous signal to the business community, and advocates for local government authority to decide whether a facility belongs in their community Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
Democratic candidate for Florida Governor. Jolly would potentially extend a temporary moratorium into a permanent statewide ban if research shows severe negative impacts Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
Republican candidate for Florida Governor. Donalds advocates for local government control over data center decisions rather than state preemption Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
Republican candidate for Florida Governor. Byron Donalds opposes a statewide moratorium or ban on data center construction Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
Democratic candidate for Florida Governor. Democrat David Jolly proposes a one year statewide moratorium on new data center construction Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Statement
David Jolly, Democratic candidate for Florida Governor, proposes a one year statewide moratorium on new data center construction to study impacts on air, water systems, energy grid, real estate values, and economy, with potential extension to permanent statewide ban if research shows severe negative impacts Said September 28, 2026, FOX 13 Tampa Bay. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet Also reported by Southern Alliance for Clean Energy local outlet (2 reports). (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Georgia Statement
resident opposing transmission project. Ansley Brown announced demolition of childhood home in Coweta County for Ashley Park Wansley transmission project Said September 28, 2026, Newsweek. Newsweek national outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Georgia Statement
resident and activist. Brown stated data center transmission project is being built largely to support private sector data centers but is classified as public use project under eminent domain Said September 28, 2026, Newsweek. Newsweek national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Illinois Statement
Peter Marin, T5 CEO. T5 stated it has a separate rate agreement with ComEd and will pay for all power consumed. Said September 28, 2026, NBC 5 Chicago. NBC 5 Chicago local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Illinois Statement
T5 CEO Peter Marin stated the company followed all procedural requirements and conducted 18 public meetings with advance notice. Said September 28, 2026, NBC 5 Chicago. NBC 5 Chicago local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Maine Statement
Jack Shapiro, NRCM Climate & Clean Energy Director, said 'No big development project deserves a free pass, especially here in Maine where we value our clean water, healthy forests, abundant wildlife, and way of life rooted in the outdoors.' Said September 28, 2026, Natural Resources Council of Maine. Natural Resources Council of Maine local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Michigan Statement
Bridge Michigan. Jocelyn Benson has proposed a moratorium on new data centers. Said September 28, 2026, The Oakland Press. The Oakland Press local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Michigan Statement
Bridge Michigan. James voted for an earlier House version of the Big Beautiful Bill that included a section called the Artificial Intelligence and Information Technology Modernization Initiative, which would have barred state and local jurisdictions from creating laws to regulate data centers. Said September 28, 2026, The Oakland Press. The Oakland Press local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Michigan Statement
Democratic leader, Michigan state Senate. Winnie Brinks, Democratic leader of the Michigan state Senate, expressed openness on September 28 to considering a moratorium on new data center developments Said September 28, 2026, The Detroit News. The Detroit News local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Michigan Statement
Republican gubernatorial candidate. John James said 'The standards of my moratorium have been clear: no new data centers until we protect our people. We must re establish local control, ensure no utility rate increases for residents, protect our water, air, land and noise from pollution while prioritizing brownfields and preserving farmland.' Said September 28, 2026, The Oakland Press. The Oakland Press local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Michigan Statement
Bridge Michigan. John James, Republican gubernatorial candidate, received more than $100,000 in campaign donations from donors with data center ties across multiple election cycles dating back to 2018. Said September 28, 2026, The Oakland Press. The Oakland Press local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Minnesota Statement
Scott Jensen, Republican candidate for Minnesota State Auditor, warned that Google data center in Hermantown will alter Duluth's landscape and regional ecosystem through water demand, grid challenges, and St. Louis River runoff impacts Said September 28, 2026, Duluth News Tribune. Duluth News Tribune local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- North Dakota Statement
North Dakota agriculture commissioner. Doug Goehring called the data center discussions political grandstanding Said September 28, 2026, Route Fifty. Route Fifty local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- North Dakota Statement
Democratic candidate for North Dakota agriculture commissioner. Vern Thompson has led a series of meetings on data centers, with attendees concerned about health effects, using up prime farmland and the state being overwhelmed by demand for electricity and water Said September 28, 2026, Route Fifty. Route Fifty local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Nebraska Statement
Micaela Wuehler, Lincoln County Commissioner, appointed to 19 member Nebraska Data Center Task Force Said September 28, 2026, Omaha World-Herald. Omaha World-Herald local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Nebraska Statement
Lincoln County Commissioner Micaela Wuehler appointed to 19 member Nebraska Data Center Task Force by Governor Jim Pillen Said September 28, 2026, Omaha World-Herald. Omaha World-Herald local outlet Also reported by Omaha World-Herald local outlet (2 reports). (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- New Jersey Statement
Frank Pallone Jr., Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member. Congressman Pallone wrote to FERC on September 28, 2026, urging it to strengthen PJM's data center proposals Said September 28, 2026, ROI-NJ. ROI-NJ local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- New Mexico Statement
Haaland noted that while the majority of New Mexicans she speaks with are not in favor of nuclear power, developers have increasingly proposed building small nuclear reactors on site to power data centers Said September 28, 2026, ictnews.org. ictnews.org local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- New Mexico Statement
Gregg Hull, Republican gubernatorial nominee, said he does not support a moratorium but believes data centers need to be sited responsibly with accountability for water use, energy impact, and community input Said September 28, 2026, ictnews.org. ictnews.org local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- New York Statement
U.S. Congressman (R, NY-17). Congressman Mike Lawler demanding disclosure of value of discounted electricity for Rockland data centers from Governor Hochul and NYPA Said September 28, 2026, Mid Hudson News. Mid Hudson News local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Ohio Statement
Republican congressional candidate. Derek Merrin reported capital gains of at least $1,200 from Nvidia stock and options in a financial disclosure covering 2025 through mid-2026. Said September 28, 2026, TiffinOhio.net. TiffinOhio.net local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Oregon Statement
Governor of Oregon. Democratic Governor Tina Kotek echoed Sanders' call for a data center moratorium in her reelection campaign. Said September 28, 2026, OPB. OPB local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Oregon Statement
Wasco County Commissioner. Scott Hege believes decisions about data center development, including tax breaks and community investments, should be made locally rather than at the state level. Said September 28, 2026, OPB. OPB local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Oregon Statement
candidate for Oregon House 52nd District. Hank Sanders called for a statewide moratorium of unspecified time on data centers. Said September 28, 2026, OPB. OPB local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- South Carolina Statement
South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate. Andrews said large data centers are receiving billions of dollars in tax breaks while local families deal with high costs Said September 28, 2026, WRDW. WRDW local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- South Carolina Statement
South Carolina Democratic Senate candidate. Dr. Annie Andrews called for a two year moratorium on new data center projects in South Carolina Said September 28, 2026, WRDW. WRDW local outlet Also reported by WTOC local outlet (2 reports). (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Texas Statement
Governor of Texas. Gov. Greg Abbott says Texas is slowing data center development while the state gathers more information about water use, power demand and permits Said September 28, 2026, KEYE. KEYE local outlet (paraphrased; content date; reported from elsewhere)
- Texas Statement
Sid Miller, Texas Commissioner of Agriculture. Governor Abbott received $21 million from data center interests Said September 28, 2026, Rolling Stone. Rolling Stone local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Texas Statement
Texas Commissioner of Agriculture. Miller called for a one year moratorium on data centers in Texas Said September 28, 2026, Rolling Stone. Rolling Stone local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)
- Florida Jurisdiction event Moratorium adopted
Palm Beach County. Palm Beach County passed a data center moratorium commondreams.org local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Illinois Jurisdiction event
Champaign County. The Champaign County Data Center Activities Task Force drafted an ordinance to set regulations for large data center development. dailyillini.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Northern Virginia and Richmond, Virginia Reference figure
Fortune. Survey found that 47% of northern Virginia residents still favor data center development overall: 47 percent. Northern Virginia and Richmond, Virginia, 2026. Fortune national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Stephenville, Texas Reference figure
Rolling Stone. 57 percent of Texas respondents opposed or strongly opposed data center construction in their communities: 57 percent. Stephenville, Texas, 2026. Rolling Stone local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Georgia, statewide Reference figure
wabe.org. Science For Georgia reports at least 100 completed data center facilities in the Metro Atlanta region.: 100 facilities. Georgia, statewide, 2026. wabe.org local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Connecticut, CT Reference figure
connecticut.news12.com. Cigna made a $386 million investment in Windsor data center: 386,000,000 dollars. Connecticut, CT, 2026. connecticut.news12.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- New Mexico, statewide Reference figure
ictnews.org. Haaland said she oversaw the investment of more than $10 billion in statewide infrastructure, conservation and clean energy projects as U.S. Interior Secretary: 10,000,000,000 dollars. New Mexico, statewide, 2026. ictnews.org local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Washington, DC Reference figure
Patch. More than 1,000 people RSVPed for the pro data center event; hundreds attended according to Washington Sun.: 1,000 people. Washington, DC, 2026. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN Reference figure
Duluth News Tribune. Proposed Hermantown data center complex covers nearly 300 acres: 300 acres. Hermantown, St. Louis County, MN, 2026. Duluth News Tribune local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Pike County, OH Reference figure
TiffinOhio.net. 75% of Ohio respondents oppose the construction of data centers in their communities according to a September poll from Bowling Green State University.: 75 percent. Pike County, OH, 2026. TiffinOhio.net local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- The Dalles, Wasco County, OR Reference figure
OPB. The Google data center campus in The Dalles has several football sized data storage buildings and continues to expand, consuming about 40 percent of the city's water supply.: 40 percent of city water. The Dalles, Wasco County, OR, 2026. OPB local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Florida, statewide Reference figure
FOX 13 Tampa Bay. Loudoun County, Virginia hosts approximately 230 existing data center buildings with 100 facilities in the pipeline: 230 buildings. Florida, statewide, 2026. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)
- Federal News item
Europe's data center efficiency labeling scheme needs nuance, industry leaders warn. European data center associations welcome but urge caution on EU efficiency labeling scheme for facilities over 500kW. Data Center Dynamics, 2026-09-28. Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Federal News item
Open source datacenters and open source thinking will undo self inflicted DC damage. Columnist argues data center industry must adopt open source thinking, disclose energy data, and pursue marine cooling instead of orbital facilities. The Register, 2026-09-28. The Register trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- AB News item
Decoding Alberta’s AI data centres - thegauntlet.ca. Alberta regulates AI data centres through AESO connection limits, noise rules, and setback requirements; companies requested 19,565 MW of load against 1,200 MW interim grid capacity. thegauntlet.ca, 2026-09-28. thegauntlet.ca local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Arkansas News item
Official vetoes proposed new regulations on data centers in Arkansas’ most populous county - Arkansas Advocate. Pulaski County Judge Barry Hyde vetoed data center regulations approved by quorum court; supporters plan override vote requiring nine of 15 votes. Arkansas Advocate, 2026-09-28. Arkansas Advocate local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- AU News item
Goodman withdraws application for 90MW data center campus in Sydney, Australia. Goodman Group withdraws 90MW data center campus application in Lane Cove, Sydney, citing changed regulatory environment. Data Center Dynamics, 2026-09-28. Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Arizona News item
Pima County’s Data Center Moratorium is Unlawful and Threatens Growth - Goldwater Institute. Goldwater Institute demands Pima County rescind its data center moratorium, arguing it violates Arizona law and threatens property rights. Goldwater Institute, 2026-09-28. Goldwater Institute local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- California News item
Digital Realty stock last trades at USD 178.27 on September 28, 2026 - AD HOC NEWS. Digital Realty developing cable landing station at LAX12, announced September 2026, expected to support cables in 2028. AD HOC NEWS, 2026-09-28. AD HOC NEWS local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- California News item
California’s Data Center Rules Have Arrived: How Do These Changes Impact Developers and the Entitlement Process? - Procopio. California's new data center laws create compliance requirements for power, water and environmental review; local rules add entitlement challenges. Procopio, 2026-09-28. Procopio local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- California News item
California Enacts Seven Data Center Bills, Effective January 1, 2027: New Tariff, Entitlement, and Disclosure Rules for Hyperscalers, Developers, and Power Producers - Foley & Lardner LLP. California Gov. Newsom signed seven data center bills on September 21, 2026, most taking effect January 1, 2027, among them SB 886, which directs the state's Public Utilities Commission to set data center tariffs. Foley & Lardner LLP, 2026-09-28. Foley & Lardner LLP local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- California News item
Digital Realty to develop cable landing station in Los Angeles, California - Data Center Dynamics. Digital Realty plans to develop cable landing station at LAX12 data center in Los Angeles, expected to support cables by 2028. Data Center Dynamics, 2026-09-28. Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Connecticut News item
Ct Lawmakers Grill Data Centers Over Electricity And Water Concerns - News12 | Connecticut. Connecticut lawmakers question data center industry representatives on electricity and water concerns at state AI panel. News12 | Connecticut, 2026-09-28. News12 | Connecticut local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Connecticut News item
CT residents are taking on a $100M project. It’s a fight against a town’s biggest taxpayer. - Hartford Courant. Trumbull, Connecticut passed a two year moratorium on new AI data centers, but an existing facility at 80 Merritt Boulevard seeks expansion exempt from the moratorium. Hartford Courant, 2026-09-28. Hartford Courant local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Delaware News item
Delaware County Neighbors Organize Against Possible Trainer Data Center - DELCO.Today. Link Logistics weighs a Trainer data center on Ridge Road near homes; residents organize opposition after preliminary zoning approval. DELCO.Today, 2026-09-28. DELCO.Today local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Delaware News item
Sixers’ new sponsor Bloom Energy was long a money loser and now soars with AI data center orders. Bloom Energy's Newark plant powers AI data centers for Oracle, Microsoft, Intel and others with fuel cells; now profitable and expanded. The Philadelphia Inquirer, 2026-09-28. The Philadelphia Inquirer local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Florida News item
‘Maybe Trump’s Neighbors Know Something He Doesn’t’: Palm Beach County, Home to Mar a Lago, Passes Data Center Moratorium - Alaska Native News. Palm Beach County passed a data center moratorium, citing community concerns about the industry's growth. Alaska Native News, 2026-09-28. Alaska Native News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Florida News item
AI data centers erupt as major battleground in Florida governor’s race - FOX 13 Tampa Bay. Florida governor candidates David Jolly and Byron Donalds divide on statewide data center policy: Jolly proposes one year moratorium and potential permanent ban, Donalds opposes state bans and favors local control. FOX 13 Tampa Bay, 2026-09-28. FOX 13 Tampa Bay local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Georgia News item
Early County Schools sees early investment from data center project - AOL.com. QTS Data Centers donated $40,000 to Early County Schools in Blakely, Georgia, and committed to over $7 million a year for the next three years before construction of its 12 million square foot data center campus begins. AOL.com, 2026-09-28. AOL.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Georgia News item
Woman Says Goodbye to Childhood Home After Data Center Battle - Newsweek. Ansley Brown posts emotional farewell to childhood home in Coweta County, Georgia, to be demolished for transmission project linked to data center power demand. Newsweek, 2026-09-28. Newsweek national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Georgia News item
Woman says goodbye to childhood home after data center battle - yahoo.com. Ansley Brown of Coweta County, Georgia, posted farewell to her childhood home being demolished for Georgia Power transmission project linked to data center growth. yahoo.com, 2026-09-28. yahoo.com national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Iowa News item
Dawson Supports Local Decisions on Data Center Locations - Sioux County Radio. Democratic congressional candidate Dave Dawson said data center location decisions should rest with local governments, while federal oversight ensures environmental standards. Sioux County Radio, 2026-09-28. Sioux County Radio local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Illinois News item
The week in news: Students protest data centers; early voting begins in Illinois - The Daily Illini. Champaign County students and community groups rallied against data center development, urging stricter regulations before moratorium expires in April. The Daily Illini, 2026-09-28. The Daily Illini local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Illinois News item
Mahomet’s ‘preliminary’ data center talks: 10 months, NDAs and a $17 million draft deal (Emails Included) - Mahomet Daily. Mahomet, Illinois drafts development agreement for Rising Edge data center on 340 acres with developer proposing $17.35 million in contributions. Mahomet Daily, 2026-09-28. Mahomet Daily local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Illinois News item
‘The people united will never be defeated’: Protesters voice concerns about data center impacts on environment - IPM Newsroom. Students and community members protested AI data center construction in Champaign County; moratorium expires April 2027. IPM Newsroom, 2026-09-28. IPM Newsroom local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Illinois News item
Application Filed For Data Center In Evanston - Patch. Data center application filed for 1265 Hartrey in Evanston; city staff found proposal does not currently fit existing regulations and text amendment to code may be needed. Patch, 2026-09-28. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Illinois News item
Less than a year after dismissing data center prospect, Mahomet weighs development talks - Mahomet Daily. Mahomet, Illinois in preliminary talks with Clean Cloud Energy on potential hyperscale data center campus west of Champaign. Mahomet Daily, 2026-09-28. Mahomet Daily local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Indiana News item
Data Center 101 Events Helping Communities With Complex Decisions - Indiana Chamber. Indiana Chamber reports ongoing Data Center 101 educational events across Indiana to help communities understand and evaluate data center development impacts. Indiana Chamber, 2026-09-28. Indiana Chamber local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Indiana News item
Microsoft Silent After Church Groups Seek 1% of Data Center Costs - Gadget Review. Indiana faith coalition We Make Indiana demands 1% binding community fund from Microsoft for Granger data center, estimated at 30-40 million annually; Microsoft has not committed. Gadget Review, 2026-09-28. Gadget Review local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Indiana News item
Microsoft goes quiet after church groups ask for 1% of data center costs - Ars Technica. Microsoft limits community investment to $1 million at Granger data center; We Make Indiana seeks fair share agreement. Ars Technica, 2026-09-28. Ars Technica national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Kentucky News item
Residents debate Lexington attractions while data center vote looms - The Lexington Times. Mercer County Fiscal Court scheduled second reading of ordinance on data center near Shaker Village; community opposes project citing historic and environmental concerns. The Lexington Times, 2026-09-28. The Lexington Times local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Kentucky News item
Lexington residents rally against proposed data center near Green Acres Park - WKYT. Lexington residents oppose DartPoints' proposed data center near Green Acres Park amid community concerns over water, utilities, and traffic. WKYT, 2026-09-28. WKYT local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Kentucky News item
Frustration over Kentucky data center has found another target , ethics complaints. Carroll County, Kentucky ethics complaints filed against city council members over alleged conflicts of interest in approval of Poe Companies and PowerHouse Data Centers hyperscale project. Louisville Public Media, 2026-09-28. Louisville Public Media local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Louisiana News item
Navigating the data center boom in Louisiana - Yahoo. Tulane University Future of Energy Forum addresses how to protect Louisiana citizens while balancing data center demand. Yahoo, 2026-09-28. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Louisiana News item
AI data centers, explained: Why do tech companies request NDAs? What’s a moratorium? - PolitiFact. PolitiFact explains who decides data center approval, why companies use NDAs with local governments, and governance of the industry. PolitiFact, 2026-09-28. PolitiFact local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Louisiana News item
Nuclear reactors, data center campuses, gas powered plants proposed in Iberville, Ascension - NOLA.com. One Nuclear Energy proposes data center campus with natural gas plants, nuclear reactors, and battery storage near Ascension Iberville parish line. NOLA.com, 2026-09-28. NOLA.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Louisiana News item
Nuclear reactors, data center campuses, gas powered plants proposed in Iberville, Ascension. One Nuclear Energy proposes Amberjack, Barracuda and Cayman projects in Ascension and Iberville parishes with gas plants, nuclear reactors and data center campuses targeting $40 billion investment. The Advocate Baton Rouge, 2026-09-28. The Advocate Baton Rouge local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Maryland News item
Maryland Joins Virginia in Tightening Data Center Rules With New Accountability Framework - Broadband Breakfast. Maryland Gov. Moore signs executive order establishing statewide review process for large data center projects; creates task force and public dashboard; joins Virginia in tightening oversight. Broadband Breakfast, 2026-09-28. Broadband Breakfast local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Maryland News item
Maryland Gov. Moore issues order to oversee, regulate data center development - dailyenergyinsider.com. Maryland Governor Wes Moore signs executive order establishing statewide data center review process and oversight body covering projects above 25 megawatts. dailyenergyinsider.com, 2026-09-28. dailyenergyinsider.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Maine News item
No Free Pass for Data Centers in Maine - Natural Resources Council of Maine. Natural Resources Council of Maine advocates for strong standards for data center development, citing concerns about energy costs, water use, and environmental impacts. Natural Resources Council of Maine, 2026-09-28. Natural Resources Council of Maine local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Maine News item
A data center developer has quietly eyed Bucksport’s former mill site. A data center developer visited Bucksport's former paper mill site; the town council is considering a temporary moratorium on data center development. Bangor Daily News, 2026-09-28. Bangor Daily News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Michigan News item
Michigan governor unveils action plan to make data centers pay their own way - Daily Energy Insider. Michigan governor announces action plan to ensure data center companies pay full costs of development and operation, proposes pledge and legislation. Daily Energy Insider, 2026-09-28. Daily Energy Insider local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Michigan News item
Survey: Michigan local leaders sour on data centers, want more regulations - The Manchester Mirror. Survey of Michigan local officials shows 81% believe large data centers are not worth their costs, majority want tighter statewide regulations. The Manchester Mirror, 2026-09-28. The Manchester Mirror local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Michigan News item
Detroit Evening Report: MDHHS to award $1.5 million for community violence intervention initiatives - WDET 101.9 FM. Michigan local government officials say state regulations for data centers are needed; survey shows 60% believe setting rules is high priority. WDET 101.9 FM, 2026-09-28. WDET 101.9 FM local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Michigan News item
Fact check: James’ link to data center tax breaks, donations - The Oakland Press. John James, Republican governor candidate, received over $100,000 in donations from data center developers while voting for broad tax breaks that benefited data centers. The Oakland Press, 2026-09-28. The Oakland Press local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Minnesota News item
One Moment, Please… The Data Center Bait - Fillmore County Journal. Minnesota newspaper publisher argues data center opposition is hypocritical given household reliance on AI, streaming, and cloud services. Fillmore County Journal, 2026-09-28. Fillmore County Journal local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Minnesota News item
Candidate's View: Hermantown data center proposal a Duluth problem, too - Duluth News Tribune. Scott Jensen, state auditor candidate, warned that proposed Google data center in Hermantown will have regional environmental and economic consequences for Duluth. Duluth News Tribune, 2026-09-28. Duluth News Tribune local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- NB News item
N.B. premier says proposed data centre won’t mean increased electricity rates for residents - CTV News. New Brunswick Premier says proposed data centre won't increase electricity rates for residents; MP notes lack of communication on grid pressure concerns. CTV News, 2026-09-28. CTV News national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- NB News item
No data centres without protecting NB Power customers: MP to premier - Telegraph-Journal. A New Brunswick MP calls on the premier to protect NB Power customers before approving data center projects. Telegraph-Journal, 2026-09-28. Telegraph-Journal local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- North Dakota News item
North Dakota ag commissioner challenger highlights data centers; incumbent calls move ‘grandstanding’ - Route Fifty. North Dakota agriculture commissioner candidate Vern Thompson highlights data center concerns as election issue; incumbent calls data center discussion political grandstanding. Route Fifty, 2026-09-28. Route Fifty local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- North Dakota News item
Ag commissioner challenger highlights data centers; incumbent calls move ‘grandstanding’ - North Dakota Monitor. Agriculture commissioner candidate Vern Thompson and incumbent Doug Goehring debate data center and pipeline impacts on North Dakota farmland, electricity, and water. North Dakota Monitor, 2026-09-28. North Dakota Monitor local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Nebraska News item
Nebraska data center growth raises questions for host counties - knopnews2.com. Nebraska counties hosting data centers raise concerns about growth in statewide push to attract projects. knopnews2.com, 2026-09-28. knopnews2.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Nebraska News item
American Edge Project Highlights Potential Economic Benefits of Data Centers in Nebraska - North Platte Post. American Edge Project releases figures on Nebraska data center economic impact: $2.9B GDP contribution, 18,690 jobs, $165M tax revenue. North Platte Post, 2026-09-28. North Platte Post local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Nebraska News item
Wuehler says local control important in her role on statewide Data Center Task Force. Nebraska state data center task force member emphasizes local control, transparency and information sharing with communities on power and water impacts. Omaha World-Herald, 2026-09-28. Omaha World-Herald local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Nebraska News item
Data center power developer acquires options to buy land south of Hershey - North Platte Bulletin. Limitless Energy Group, a data center power developer, acquires 1,280 acre land options south of Hershey, Nebraska for potential data center power infrastructure. North Platte Bulletin, 2026-09-28. North Platte Bulletin local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Hampshire News item
Opinion: Data center moratorium is pro New Hampshire. State Senator Dan Innis supports Governor Kelly Ayotte's proposed moratorium on new data centers in New Hampshire to protect ratepayers and grid capacity. Concord Monitor, 2026-09-28. Concord Monitor local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Jersey News item
NJ Hits Vineland Data Center with $1.07M Fine Over 62 Gas Generators - Marcellus Drilling News. New Jersey fines DataOne $1.07 million for operating 62 gas generators without air permits at Vineland data center. Marcellus Drilling News, 2026-09-28. Marcellus Drilling News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Jersey News item
A. 4801: Establishes certain protections against demand by large load addition customers in State.. New Jersey A. 4801, 2026-2027 Regular Session: went to committee on 2026-09-28. Matched on large load. New Jersey Legislature, 2026-09-28. New Jersey Legislature primary source (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Jersey News item
Data Center Debate Rages In Nutley; Ex Hoffman LaRoche Property Is The Battleground - Patch. AI data center proposed at former Hoffman LaRoche property ON3 site in Nutley, New Jersey; settlement agreement allows for data center use; no application filed yet. Patch, 2026-09-28. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
City commissioners in Raton, N.M. reject moratorium on data centers despite petition. Raton, New Mexico city commissioners voted down a moratorium on data centers despite a petition signed by hundreds of residents. Colorado Public Radio, 2026-09-28. Colorado Public Radio local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
Oracle Invokes Force Majeure as New Mexico Project Jupiter Power Work Faces Hurdles - Engineering News-Record. Oracle invokes force majeure for Project Jupiter in New Mexico as fuel cell power infrastructure faces permitting delays; 2028 schedule maintained. Engineering News-Record, 2026-09-28. Engineering News-Record local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
New Mexico Dem governor nominee Haaland announces data center moratorium executive order if elected - ictnews.org. New Mexico Democratic gubernatorial nominee Deb Haaland announced plans to sign an executive order imposing a moratorium on large scale data center projects if elected, pending legislative guardrails. ictnews.org, 2026-09-28. ictnews.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
Green Data Centers and the New Mexico Building and Construction Trades Council Partner to Set a New Standard for Responsible Data Center Development in New Mexico - The Manila Times. New Mexico Building and Construction Trades Council partners with Green Data Centers to set responsible data center development standards. The Manila Times, 2026-09-28. The Manila Times national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
New Mexico Supreme Court stays on key aspects of Project Jupiter lifted - dailylobo.com. New Mexico Supreme Court lifted stay on Project Jupiter air quality permit and water use proceedings on September 17. dailylobo.com, 2026-09-28. dailylobo.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New Mexico News item
Project Jupiter is much thirstier than advertised. Oracle faces water use criticism for Project Jupiter data center in Santa Fe; company claims 13.5 million gallons over 15 years but has already used 200 million for construction. Santa Fe New Mexican, 2026-09-28. Santa Fe New Mexican local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New York News item
Mike Johnson Has Bonkers Excuse for Surging Data Center Hate - The New Republic. House Speaker Mike Johnson says opposition to AI data center construction is a Chinese psyop, dismissing widespread American public concerns. The New Republic, 2026-09-28. The New Republic local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New York News item
Massive data center could steamroll tiny New York town - latination.com. Tiny New York town faces proposed $19.5 billion, 500 megawatt data center; local officials say state moratorium does not prevent them from considering the project. latination.com, 2026-09-28. latination.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New York News item
The Human Cost Of Data Center Pollution - CleanTechnica. Environmental Protection Network report claims data center pollution from methane generators and coal plants will cause 600,000 asthma cases and 1,300 premature deaths by 2028. CleanTechnica, 2026-09-28. CleanTechnica local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New York News item
Will New York State Kill Data Centers, Making the Same Mistake It Did With Fracking - niagarafallsreporter.com. Opinion piece argues New York State's data center moratorium risks repeating fracking ban mistake; warns developers will relocate if state makes projects economically impossible. niagarafallsreporter.com, 2026-09-28. niagarafallsreporter.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- New York News item
Lawler demands details on discounted power for Rockland data centers - Mid Hudson News. Congressman Mike Lawler demands disclosure of discounted power rates for Rockland data centers from New York governor and power authority. Mid Hudson News, 2026-09-28. Mid Hudson News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Ohio News item
House candidate Derek Merrin reports capital gains of at least $1,200 on Nvidia stock - TiffinOhio.net. Ohio political candidate Derek Merrin holds Nvidia stock while running for office as state develops $105 billion data center. TiffinOhio.net, 2026-09-28. TiffinOhio.net local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Ohio News item
Ohio economists: Abatements may attract data centers, but is that a good thing? - Ohio Capital Journal. Ohio economists surveyed said tax abatements attract data centers but questioned economic benefits. Ohio Capital Journal, 2026-09-28. Ohio Capital Journal local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Oklahoma News item
What to Know About the Lambda Mayes County Data Center - News On 6. Lambda Inc. announced plans for a superintelligence cloud data center at MidAmerica Industrial Park in Mayes County, Oklahoma, expected to generate $500 million in tax revenue and create 1,000 construction jobs. News On 6, 2026-09-28. News On 6 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Oklahoma News item
Lambda to build AI data center in Mayes County with $500M tax impact - News On 6. Lambda announced plans to build an AI data center at MidAmerica Industrial Park in Mayes County, Oklahoma, expected to generate $500 million in tax revenue over ten years and create up to 1,000 construction jobs. News On 6, 2026-09-28. News On 6 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Oregon News item
Data centers proposed on federal land in eastern Oregon, western states - oregoncapitalchronicle.com. Copia proposed the Charlestown Data Center on 106 acres of federal BLM land in Umatilla County, Oregon, with a draft plan submitted May 2026. oregoncapitalchronicle.com, 2026-09-28. oregoncapitalchronicle.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Oregon News item
Data centers take center stage, spur mudslinging, in competitive Gorge based Oregon House race. County commissioner and opponent in Oregon House race debate data center tax breaks and moratorium policy. OPB, 2026-09-28. OPB local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Oregon News item
Data centers, ICE and the DSA: Election tensions rise in Washington County. Washington County progressive candidates campaign on opposing data center tax breaks and corporate incentives; data centers emerge as major election issue. OPB, 2026-09-28. OPB local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Pennsylvania News item
Gov. Josh Shapiro tackles Pennsylvania AI data center debate - CBS News. Governor Josh Shapiro discusses his stance on AI data center proposals in Pennsylvania, new state requirements, and political disputes. CBS News, 2026-09-28. CBS News national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Pennsylvania News item
AI companies are benefiting from new tax breaks. Here’s how Pennsylvania lawmakers voted - The Keystone Newsroom. Pennsylvania separated state corporate tax from federal OBBBA deductions, saving over $1 billion; nine House Republicans and one Senate Republican voted for the bill. The Keystone Newsroom, 2026-09-28. The Keystone Newsroom local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Pennsylvania News item
Data Center Legislation Proposed as Lawmakers Return - ButlerRadio.com. Pennsylvania House and Senate members introduced six data center bills requiring impact fees, utility meetings, infrastructure documentation, and independent water analysis. ButlerRadio.com, 2026-09-28. ButlerRadio.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Tennessee News item
Data centers are reshaping Tennessee communities , here's what experts want you to know - News Channel 5 Nashville. University experts panel discussion on data center impacts in Tennessee communities, covering electricity, water, noise, environmental justice, and community engagement. News Channel 5 Nashville, 2026-09-28. News Channel 5 Nashville local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
New coalition warns data center growth could strain Texas water supplies - Yahoo. Civil rights leaders and community groups launch coalition at Texas Capitol warning data center expansion could strain state water resources. Yahoo, 2026-09-28. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Top permits: $290M North Texas data center leads week in construction plans - The Real Deal. QTS Dallas data center DFW2 DC7 in Lancaster receives permit for 363,500 square foot two story facility with $290 million investment. The Real Deal, 2026-09-28. The Real Deal local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Ken Paxton argues for more data centers in Texas, saying ‘there’s plenty of open space’ - San Antonio Current. Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton argues for more data centers, saying there is plenty of open space, despite bipartisan opposition. San Antonio Current, 2026-09-28. San Antonio Current local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
New coalition to release records, seek pause on Texas data center water deals - KVII. We the People Texas coalition launches at Capitol to release records on data center water deals and seek pause on water commitments. KVII, 2026-09-28. KVII local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
The Trump Loving Texas Republican Sounding the Alarm on Data Centers - Rolling Stone. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller warns that data center backlash could cost Governor Abbott his reelection. Rolling Stone, 2026-09-28. Rolling Stone local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
New coalition to release records, seek pause on Texas data center water deals - KEYE. Texas coalition calls for pause on data center water deals and releases public records about water negotiations for data center development. KEYE, 2026-09-28. KEYE local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Crusoe Develops Google AI Data Center Campus in Armstrong County, TX - Crusoe. Crusoe announced it is developing Google's Armstrong County, Texas AI data center campus with groundbreaking in June 2025, powered by adjacent West Texas wind farms and closed loop liquid cooling. Crusoe, 2026-09-28. Crusoe local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Xcel Energy proposal aims to protect customers from data center costs - NewsChannel 10. Xcel Energy proposes large load tariff to Texas regulators to ensure data centers pay for infrastructure costs rather than shifting expenses to residential customers. NewsChannel 10, 2026-09-28. NewsChannel 10 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Google Data Center Anchors 550,000 Dth/d NGPL Natural Gas Expansion in Texas - Natural Gas Intelligence. Natural Gas Pipeline Company seeks FERC approval for 550,000 Dth/d pipeline expansion in Texas Panhandle to supply natural gas for Google data center. Natural Gas Intelligence, 2026-09-28. Natural Gas Intelligence local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Data centers in Tarrant among those being probed as Texas AG demands water usage response. Texas attorney general investigates data centers in 18 counties for water usage compliance; governor earlier ordered permit freeze pending audit. KERA, 2026-09-28. KERA local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Texas News item
Beyond power availability: What makes a data center project power ready - Data Center Dynamics. PowerHouse Data Centers executive explains how data center projects must prove power readiness, citing Texas audit directive and 474 GW pending queue. Data Center Dynamics, 2026-09-28. Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Virginia News item
Grayson County man pays nearly $2,600 in records request fight over data center project - WDBJ7. Scott Wagoner filed a public records request for nearly $2,600 seeking information on an unnamed data center project planned for Wildwood Commerce Park in Carroll County, Virginia. WDBJ7, 2026-09-28. WDBJ7 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Virginia News item
'Loudoun County Iced Tea' Featured At DC Pro Data Center Party As Some VA Residents Fume: Report - Patch. Virginia pro data center party in Washington DC featured cocktails and marketing about Loudoun County and data centers, drawing both supporters and protesters. Patch, 2026-09-28. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Virginia News item
What Virginia's data center backlash shows about how Americans feel right now , and it's not just anger - Fortune. Survey research shows northern Virginia residents support data center regulations including underground power lines, restrictions near homes and schools, public hearings, and transparency, though 47% still favor development overall. Fortune, 2026-09-28. Fortune national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Virginia News item
3 Killed In Police Chase | DC Celebrates VA Data Centers | 5 Hurt In House Party Shooting: VA Weekend News - Patch. Virginia's data center concentration was celebrated at a Washington DC party while residents express concern about Data Center Alley. Patch, 2026-09-28. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Virginia News item
Southwest Virginia Data Center Transparency Alliance decries "lack of transparency" around local data center projects - WFIR News. Southwest Virginia Data Center Transparency Alliance opposes Botetourt County and Roanoke County data center projects, citing lack of public transparency. WFIR News, 2026-09-28. WFIR News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Washington News item
Trump Xi Summit Sends Mixed Signals to Southeast Asian Countries - Geopolitical Monitor. Thailand seeks $80 billion investment and 230,000 data center and AI jobs by 2050 amid US China tech competition. Geopolitical Monitor, 2026-09-28. Geopolitical Monitor local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Wisconsin News item
Happening Today: Milwaukee committee to revisit data center moratorium - WTMJ. Milwaukee City Plan Commission holds hearing on proposed one year moratorium on new data center developments within city limits. WTMJ, 2026-09-28. WTMJ local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
- Wisconsin News item
An email about anti data center signs could cost a Wisconsin Rapids politician his job. Wisconsin Rapids alderman faces recall election after residents challenge his email opposing anti data center signs at a local business. Wisconsin Public Radio, 2026-09-28. Wisconsin Public Radio local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
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Mayors Monday: Wisconsin Rapids’ Matt Zacher - WSAU. Wisconsin Rapids Mayor Zacher discusses failed plan commission proposal for PNK Group data center; city council vote expected in October and potential moratorium under consideration. WSAU, 2026-09-28. WSAU local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)
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