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Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro signs executive order requiring local approval for data center projects
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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order imposing new requirements on data center projects, including mandatory approval from local officials.
This order introduces a local approval gate for data center projects in Pennsylvania, giving municipal officials leverage to block or condition facilities that previously faced less local scrutiny. For operators evaluating Pennsylvania sites, this adds regulatory uncertainty and potential delay to project timelines.
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Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed an executive order imposing new requirements on data center projects.
The order requires data center projects to obtain approval from local officials.
Shapiro had previously welcomed data center developments, indicating a shift in regulatory posture.
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