Growing voter opposition to the construction of data centers powering artificial intelligence could slow their expansion in Texas, Georgia, and Ohio. Newly elected officials have campaigned for tighter regulation, and voters have approved several ballot measures restricting data center development. Texas, a major hub for the sector, has already paused some approvals, potentially reducing the projected buildout significantly. In prediction markets, the probability of a data center moratorium in Louisiana rose from 12% to 18% within 24 hours. Restrictions adopted across several states could serve as precedents for Louisiana and Oklahoma, where additional regulatory action is under consideration.
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