"Maine aims to become the first state to declare a moratorium on new data centers, allowing time for a study group to assess their impact and recommend regulations."
"The bill passed both chambers of Maine's state legislature, but its future is uncertain as Governor Janet Mills weighs the political consequences of signing it into law."
Maine's state legislature has passed a bill proposing an 18-month moratorium on new data center construction. This pause allows for a study group to evaluate the impact of data centers and recommend new regulations. The bill aims to address concerns over water usage and tax exemptions for these facilities. Although the bill has passed, its future depends on Governor Janet Mills, who faces political pressures and must consider the electoral implications of her decision.
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