Jackson leaders consider temporary pause on data center development

News Clip0:1616 WAPT News Jackson·Jackson, Hinds County, MS·4/21/2026

Leaders in Jackson, Mississippi, are considering an ordinance to enact a temporary pause on data center development. This proposed ordinance aims to establish a new regulatory framework for the future development and expansion of data centers within the city.

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Gov: Jackson City Council
Ordinance would establish regulatory framework for development and expansion 16 WAPT News is your home for Mississippi breaking news and weather. For your latest Mississippi news and weather visit: https://www.wapt.com/ For licensing inquiries: https://www.wapt.com/licensing