Virginia governor creates an AI task force and moves to restrain data centers
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TL;DR
- Executive Order 22 bans nondisclosure agreements for data center projects.
- The order requires expedited noise regulations and a review of backup-generation operations.
- An AI task force will evaluate state government responses to AI risks.
- The governor also unveiled a "Data Center Accountability Framework" for the state.
- This framework includes eliminating "by-right approval," reducing state subsidies, and establishing environmental guardrails.
- Environmental groups praised the governor's approach, though some wanted more stringent measures.