- Wes Moore is working with the General Assembly on current legislative matters.
- Moore's administration is pushing to make Maryland a technology leader and addressed the General Assembly regarding AI priorities.
Maryland Governor Standardizes Review Process for Large Data Centers
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What happened
Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a standardized review process for data centers in Maryland that cover 25 megawatts or more. The order requires large data centers to adhere to one standard, one review process, and one public record when seeking state action. Additionally, Moore announced support for repealing the state's tax exemption for data centers. The order also created a Maryland Data Center Task Force and a Data Center Dashboard.
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Why it matters
The policy establishes clear safeguards to ensure community voices are heard and the environment is protected during the process. By standardizing review and supporting the repeal of the tax exemption, the order changes the regulatory environment for large data center operations in the state.
Wes Moore's administration is working to make Maryland a technology leader and has addressed the General Assembly regarding AI priorities.
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Who's involved
- MarylandState where the executive order was issued
- Wes MooreGovernor who signed the executive order
- Baltimore City CouncilLocal legislative body whose actions contrast with the state order
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Baltimore Gas and ElectricSpeculative
Baltimore Gas and Electric might face increased operational complexity and regulatory scrutiny due to new state standards for data centers.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Governors Abigail Spanberger and Wes Moore are announcing executive orders and accountability frameworks regarding data center regulations in their respective states.Sub-event
Governor Wes Moore issues executive order on data centers in Maryland, contrasting with county actions.1 source
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The entities involved
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Maryland
state of the United States of America
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Wes Moore
American politician, investment banker, author and television producer
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Baltimore City Council
city of Baltimore, Maryland's legislative body, with the power to enact all ordinances and resolutions
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