Gov. Healey executive order restricts data center construction
News ClipThe Tufts Daily·MA·10/28/2026
Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey issued an executive order requiring data centers to obtain local approval before construction. The order also requires data centers to cover their own energy costs and establishes environmental safeguards.
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On Sept. 8, Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey issued an executive order requiring data centers in the state to receive local approval. The order also requires data centers to pay their own energy costs and establishes guardrails for environmental protection.