State Sen. Tim Dunn weighs in on data center debate
Arizona State Senator Tim Dunn has weighed in on the data center debate after Attorney General Kris Mayes called for a pause on new projects. Dunn acknowledges legislative efforts to address concerns over data centers' demand for power and water, but does not support a complete halt to development. He argues that Arizona still requires data centers to support AI and other key industries.
Arizona State Senator Tim Dunn addressed the ongoing data center debate, following Attorney General Kris Mayes' call for a pause on new data center projects across the state.
Senator Dunn acknowledged that lawmakers are actively working to address concerns related to data centers, specifically citing their substantial demand for power and water resources. However, he clarified that he does not support an outright cessation of data center development in Arizona.
Dunn emphasized that data centers remain crucial for supporting emerging industries like artificial intelligence (AI) and other key economic sectors within the state. He indicated that legislative efforts are also focused on ensuring sustainable and responsible integration of these facilities.