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  1. Google is linked to a proposed data center in Pine Island, Minnesota.
  2. Google is developing a new data center in the US and proposing an energy agreement with Xcel Energy while addressing public opposition.

Google Proposes Duluth Data Center; Policy Candidate Plans to End Universal School Meals

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What happened

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Google proposed a large data center near Duluth, Minnesota. Separately, Rep. Lisa Demuth, a GOP candidate for governor, stated that she would end the universal school meals program if elected. Demuth argued that the program was funded by lower and middle-class taxpayers to support families with seven-figure incomes.

From minnpost.com

Why it matters

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The Google proposal relates to infrastructure expansion in Minnesota, while the proposed change to the universal school meals program affects state fiscal policy and public spending. The program has provided over 450 million meals to 820,000 K-12 students since the 2023-24 school year.

Google is currently developing a new data center in the United States and has been linked to a proposed data center in Pine Island, Minnesota.

From minnpost.com

Who's involved

  • GoogleAmerican multinational technology company proposing a large data center near Duluth.
  • MinnesotaState of Minnesota, where the data center is proposed and the meals program operates.
  • Xcel EnergyAmerican utilities company mentioned in relation to Google's data center plans.
  • DuluthCity in Minnesota where the proposed Google data center is located.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • GoogleSpeculative

    Google could see revenue growth from the large data center investment near Duluth.

Possible ripples

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