New governors in key states may stall 40% of US data-center plans
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Newly elected governors in several U.S. states who campaigned against data-center development are now positioned to influence significant parts of the planned capacity. The states involved include Ohio, Georgia, Michigan, New Mexico, and Texas, with additional pledges from governors in New York and Oregon to extend existing pauses. Together, these states account for roughly 40% of the planned U.S. data-center capacity. The governors’ influence could manifest through permitting, agency appointments, utility regulation, and tax incentives, though some actions may require legislative approval.
Source: Crypto Briefing
