Oregon Gov. Kotek pauses state land requests for data centers
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek has announced her support for a moratorium on new and expanding data centers across the state. She previously issued an immediate pause on requests for state land for data center development, effective until July 1st or further legislative decision, in response to widespread community opposition.
Oregon Governor Tina Kotek publicly announced her support for a moratorium on new and expanding data centers during a rally in Salem. This declaration follows increasing pressure from various communities throughout the state, which have voiced concerns over data center expansions in recent months.
Prior to this announcement, Governor Kotek had already implemented an immediate pause on requests for state-owned land intended for new data center developments. This pause is slated to remain in effect until July 1st, or until the Governor's office and the state legislature reach a different decision.
The action signifies a significant governmental response to public sentiment regarding the rapid growth of the data center industry within Oregon.