
ND lawmaker proposes data center moratorium and ban on NDAs
News ClipWDAY Radio·ND·8/12/2026
North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern is proposing new legislation to enact a statewide moratorium on data center construction. Additionally, the proposed bill seeks to restrict government entities from using non-disclosure agreements related to data center projects. This legislative effort aims to pause further development and increase transparency around data center operations in the state.
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Gov: North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern
North Dakota State Senator Tim Mathern on The Flag’s What’s On Your Mind FARGO, N.D. — State Sen. Tim Mathern, D-Fargo, is proposing new legislation to pause data center construction in North Dakota and restrict government entities