Madison County Quorum Court approves three-year moratorium on data centers
Madison County, Arkansas, has approved a three-year moratorium on data centers and digital asset mining businesses. This action provides county officials with time to study the industry and develop appropriate regulations regarding its potential impacts.
Madison County, Arkansas, has officially enacted a three-year moratorium on data centers and digital asset mining operations. The Madison County Quorum Court approved the measure on August 17, establishing a pause that will last until August 31, 2029.
The ordinance aims to provide county officials with sufficient time to research and understand the data center industry's potential costs and benefits. This period will allow for the development of comprehensive regulations tailored to the technology sector. Prior to the vote, the county held two public hearings on the proposed moratorium, though no members of the public spoke during the final meeting where the measure was passed.