Maine to become first US state to bar major data centers
Maine lawmakers have backed a pause on new large data centres, putting the state on track to become the first in the US to slow construction tied to the intensifying AI boom.
The measure cleared both the state house and senate and now heads to Democratic Governor Janet Mills, according to the bill’s sponsor, Representative Melanie Sachs.
It will take effect unless Ms Mills decides to veto it.
"This bill positions Maine to respond deliberately and responsibly to a rapidly evolving industry," said Ms Sachs.
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