
Beshear issues executive order to protect against ‘harmful impacts’ of data centers
News ClipHoptown Chronicle·KY·8/7/2026
Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has issued an executive order directing state regulators to safeguard residents and ratepayers. The order aims to protect against the potential negative impacts associated with data center operations and development across the state.
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Gov. Andy Beshear is ordering Kentucky regulators to protect residents and ratepayers from potential harms tied to data centers.