Pennsylvania treasurer, Republican businesswoman
Pennsylvania has rolled out stricter guardrails for data center projects, including energy cost commitments, community engagement, and environmental protections. The move aims to accelerate development while addressing local concerns. Projects like Boson and The Highland are cited as tests of the new framework amid bipartisan push for faster permitting.
Texas politics are shifting as districts face rising backlash over data centers. A four-point plan aims to curb Chinese tech, protect children, and cut tax exemptions, while opponents accuse leaders of courting big tech and dodging local concerns. Polls show broad cross‑party opposition to new centers, potentially altering the 2026 midterms and beyond.
Voters across the United States remain skeptical of AI data centers amid concerns over power use and water resources, even as the administration argues for rapid permission and expansion to sustain AI progress. Polls show broad opposition, while politicians debate permits, regulations, and local impacts.