Spanberger takes unusual step to limit data centers
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) announced a set of policies Friday aimed at controlling the rampant development of data centers, but stopped short of the moratorium that some in her party have sought.
TL;DR
- Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger has introduced a set of policies to regulate data center development.
- The plan includes an executive order that prohibits state officials from signing secrecy agreements with data center developers.
- It also aims to speed up noise regulations and push operators to invest in local energy projects.
- Critics argue the policies don't go far enough, particularly regarding existing tax breaks for data centers.
- A new AI task force will be established to recommend legislation concerning artificial intelligence.
- The governor's actions fall short of the moratorium requested by some within her party.