Zach Lahn calls for state regulation of data centers, surveillance cameras
News ClipThe Cherokee Chronicle Times·IA·8/25/2026
Zach Lahn, the GOP nominee for Iowa governor, has called for state regulation of data centers, citing concerns about their power consumption. He believes these new technologies require legislative oversight at the state level.
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Zach Lahn, the Republican nominee for Iowa governor in the 2026 election, voiced his opinion on Monday regarding the need for state-level regulation of emerging technologies. Lahn specifically highlighted concerns related to the power consumption of data centers and the deployment of Flock surveillance cameras. He asserted that these are issues requiring governmental oversight and regulation.