Hillsborough County commissioners vote to draft one-year data center pause
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- wglt.orgseen 27 Aug, 20:53headline rewritten
Bloomington councilman plans data center discussion with constituentsBloomington council member plans data center discussion with constituents - publicradioeast.orgseen 28 Aug, 17:26headline rewritten
Durham County approves a nine-month moratorium on large data centersDurham County joins a growing list of areas that have paused data center development across NC - wjhg.comseen 30 Aug, 13:34headline rewritten
Democratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham discuss AI data center impacts during Panama City visitDemocratic gubernatorial nominee, running mate talk AI data center during Panama City visit
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Thu, 6 August 2026
1 report- fox13news.com21:14first to report
The Hillsborough County Commission took the first step toward a moratorium blocking the controversial data centers until their impact on communities and the environment can be studied.
Fri, 7 August 2026
1 report- iheart.com18:20
Thursday's vote to hold off for one year on any large-scale AI data centers was preliminary and commissioners also made a decision on what defines a 'large-scale' data center.
Sat, 8 August 2026
1 report- timesrepublican.com07:45
As the issues of data center regulations and a potential moratorium continue to garner ample attention within the community, seats were hard to come by at Thursday evening’s Marshalltown Planning and Zoning Commission meeting, during which the commission, down a member after Matthew Brodin’s resignation, unanimously recommended that the city council adopt a four-month moratorium […]
Tue, 11 August 2026
1 report- yahoo.com01:33
Councilor Michael-Paul Hart, who fought off Google last year, was the lone no vote to not move a moratorium forward.
Thu, 13 August 2026
1 report- wixx.com21:37
BELLEVUE, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) -- The Village of Bellevue has approved a 12-month moratorium on the development of d...
Fri, 14 August 2026
2 reports- wfae.org16:24
The three municipalities are each holding public hearings on the matter on Aug. 17. Several other Piedmont counties have recently enacted data center development moratoriums.
- wdhafm.com21:21
E. Kahn Development Corp. filed a lawsuit on July 31 in Somerset County Superior Court against Montgomery Township. They want to stop a ban on data centers. They also want...
Sat, 15 August 2026
1 report- sealynews.com00:14edited after publishing
The Sealy News is the official newspaper of Sealy, Texas, with coverage expanding across Austin County.
Mon, 17 August 2026
2 reports- wincountry.com10:25
KALAMAZOO, MI (WKZO AM/FM) - A measure that would buy time for the city of Kalamazoo to update its zoning regu...
- cullmantimes.com16:17
The City of Cullman Planning Commission will be considering solidifying the city’s current moratorium against data center development during its meeting on Sept. 1. City councilmembers joined a still-growing number […]
Thu, 20 August 2026
2 reports- The Hill22:19
Former Rep. Mike Rogers, the GOP nominee in a critical Senate battle in Michigan, on Thursday called for a one-year pause on data center construction, the latest sign of the political toxicity of the server warehouses fueling the AI boom. Rogers said in a statement that he is pushing for a yearlong moratorium on new...
- The Hill23:04
{beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Mike Rogers calls for one-year data center moratorium Former Rep. Mike Rogers, the GOP nominee in a critical Senate battle in Michigan, on Thursday called for a one-year pause on data center construction, the latest sign of the political toxicity of the server warehouses fueling the AI boom....
Fri, 21 August 2026
2 reports- abc57.com04:30
SOUTH BEND, Ind. -- The City of South Bend hosted their utilities commission meeting on Thursday, featuring open discussions revolving around data centers.
- The Hill13:44
Former Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) is calling for a one-year moratorium on data center construction until Michiganders can "get their questions answered" about such projects. The Republican, who is running in Michigan's closely watched Senate race, cited his conversations with voters on the campaign trail about the issue in an interview with NewsNation's Katie Pavlich....
Sat, 22 August 2026
1 report- ktiv.com01:57
Salix City Council rejects data center moratorium, allowing talks with Google to proceed. Meanwhile, the city attorney files a motion to dismiss a lawsuit blocking the annexation of the 900-acre site
Sun, 23 August 2026
1 report- The Hill21:26
Lee Zeldin, administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), on Sunday warned against banning data centers, citing implications for the U.S. in the artificial intelligence race to outpace China. “There's been a push from some states where they're talking about a statewide moratorium and what I've found is that most of this country wants to make...
Mon, 24 August 2026
1 report- yahoo.com14:37
Veteran fund manager Louis Navellier weighed in on data center stocks after New York instituted a moratorium.
Tue, 25 August 2026
6 reports- wcjb.com03:20
Workshop draws supporters and environmentalists as county weighs decisions on data center development
- yahoo.com09:46
A citizen-led petition that would place an 18-month moratorium on high-energy-use and high-water-use data center development in Lubbock will be presented Tuesday afternoon to the City Council.
- themorningsun.com10:00
At least 28 officials across eight Michigan communities faced recall efforts but only one official will face a vote in November that could remove her from office.
- govtech.com15:58
The moratorium, which was amended before a final vote by county commissioners, is intended to give county staff time to research and draft permanent regulations for data centers on county land.
- thereporteronline.com16:03
The ordinance incorporates suggestions from a citizens group and now heads to local and county planning commissions for review.
- wglt.org20:25edited after publishing
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Bloomington councilman plans data center discussion with constituents"I want everyone to sit down, have coffee, have cookies and educate one another,” said John Danenberger.
Wed, 26 August 2026
5 reports- smokymountainnews.com13:49
Jackson County commissioners are putting a one-year pause on new data center development, joining a growing number of communities across Western North Carolina that have moved to temporarily halt the facilities while local governments figure out how they want to regulate them. Commissioners approved the moratorium Aug. 18, putting a hold on data center development in the county’s planning and development jurisdiction through Aug. 18, 2027. The moratorium prohibits the county from issuing...
- publicradioeast.org15:36edited after publishing
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Durham County approves a nine-month moratorium on large data centersThe moratorium Durham County commissioners approved Monday is the latest in a growing list of places in North Carolina that have adopted such measures to help prepare local officials for potential data center development proposals. Here's a rundown of where those moratoriums stand across the Triangle.
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- devilslakejournal.com16:00
<p>(Aug. 17, 2026) – North Dakota lawmakers will consider a temporary ban on nondisclosure agreements for data centers and other industrial developments during a September special session.</p>
- kwit.org18:01
Growing Trend: More Siouxland counties place moratoriums on data centers.
- 1350kman.com21:49
Amid a contentious tech infrastructure debate, Judd McCormack said he’s sounding the alarm on AI data centers ahead of his likely term as Pottawatomie County commissioner. McCormack defeated incumbent Gary Yenzer in the primary election. As no Democratic candidate filed for office, McCormack will be elected unless a write-in candidate mounts a winning challenge. To
Thu, 27 August 2026
7 reports- kjzz.org00:50
There are currently no definitions or specific development requirements for data centers under Pinal County's zoning code. Many of the restrictions around water and energy use were self-imposed by the developer.
- azfamily.com00:53
The Pinal County Board of Supervisors voted against rezoning land for a proposed data center project south of Eloy.
- hubcityradio.com10:54
ABERDEEN, S.D.(Hub City Radio)- The Aberdeen City will do a special session Monday to allow local businesses an opportunity to express how data centers can impact them either positively or negatively. This is the second of three scheduled meetings the city is doing as they are looking to establish guidelines for data centers within the... Read more »
- yahoo.com11:31
Central Texas residents are raising concerns once again about a data center set for a small town outside of Austin. Residents of Taylor are pushing the city to adopt new regulations before officials ...
- wsiu.org12:57
Gov. JB Pritzker said he doesn't want to see McLean County farmland given up for data centers. He said the state should be pumping the brakes on the industry rather than rolling out the red carpet for it.
- cbs12.com16:41
Palm Beach County commissioners are another step closer to approving a one-year ban on large-scale data centers.On Thursday, commissioners unanimously approved
- nebraskapublicmedia.org18:30
Lancaster County could become the latest county to put a temporary halt to data center development.
Fri, 28 August 2026
2 reports- lostcoastoutpost.com01:15
- wjhg.com11:22edited after publishing
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Democratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham discuss AI data center impacts during Panama City visitDuring a visit to Panama City, Democratic candidates David Jolly and Gwen Graham warned of local environmental risks and pitched a statewide moratorium on AI data centers.
Mon, 31 August 2026
3 reports- gwhatchet.com06:00
As local officials and residents push back against Amazon’s plans for four data centers on the former Virginia Science and Technology Campus, students are joining the campaign through resharing petitions, organizing and social media advocacy.
- kold.com16:56
Arizona AG Kris Mayes is calling for a statewide pause on new data center approvals, citing rising energy bills and a Colorado River water cut.
- mymotherlode.com18:23
The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors will discuss various items at its meeting on Tuesday.
Tue, 1 September 2026
3 reports- Google News - Top Stories02:11
St. Louis becomes the latest battleground in fight over data centers CBS News Lawsuit challenges St. Louis data center permit over zoning concerns FOX 2 Advocates sue to block Midtown St. Louis data center permit STLtoday.com Opponents ask court to halt and reverse Midtown data center permit approval bizjournals.com Spencer says she's ready to sign data center rules into instant law, confirms talks underway on mystery north St. Louis project KSDK
- gpb.org07:30
Before any official applications for large-load data centers are filed, Savannah officials said they need time to figure out what the city can and cannot permit to future applicants.
- rockfordnewsfirst.com23:39
The controversy surrounding the potential project began after the idea of a data center was brought up during a Boone County board meeting nearly two weeks ago.
Wed, 2 September 2026
4 reports- wypr.org00:49
A majority of council members support extending it.
- fox13now.com12:24
Following months of study, then a 2 week delay, Spanish Fork City leaders decided not to amend Title 15, at least for another two weeks.
- memphisflyer.com14:18
“You can’t continue a moratorium indefinitely."
- inforum.com20:50
On this Plain Talk, Oliver County State's Attorney Patrick Waters on the brutal Oliver County data center fight and the petition to remove him. Plus, a special legislative session update.
Thu, 3 September 2026
7 reports- local21news.com01:41
Senator Dave McCormick addressed several items concerning data centers during a conference in Lancaster County Wednesday.McCormick said data centers should be a
- local21news.com03:35
Middlesex Township supervisors in Cumberland County approved the first phase of a major data center development plan Tuesday night.
- Times of India09:30
Grove City is facing a split among residents regarding a charter amendment targeting substantial developments, including data centers. Proponents assert this measure safeguards the community's unique character and resources against unchecked growth. In contrast, critics warn that the amendment could stifle potential economic opportunities. The decision on this pivotal amendment will be presented to voters on the November ballot.
- 953thebear.com15:52
Emotions ran high on both sides of the City of Brookwood's town hall Tuesday afternoon as dozens of residents questioned Mayor Joe Barger and the City Council about at least three data centers proposed for the town's industrial corridor.
- wrdw.com16:17
Augusta leaders extended a pause on data center development to gather public feedback on a proposed data center ordinance.
- peninsuladailynews.com17:04
- thereporteronline.com21:11Towamencin advances stricter data center ordinance with 1,000-foot setback, addresses noise concerns
Proposed rules add utility, energy, emergency-response and sound requirements while prohibiting most private on-site power generation
Fri, 4 September 2026
2 reports- krgv.com00:15
Harlingen city commissioners tabled a drainage agreement with data center firm FluidStack following public pushback, requiring a future open house and new public hearing rules.
- matr.net16:13
Two Quantica leaders donated to nine Montana candidates before unveiling a large Yellowstone County data center. These contributions preceded legislative wins favoring data centers despite local…