Governor Shapiro’s Data Center Executive Action Is a Welcome First Step, But Senate Republicans Must End Their Legislative Blockade

Governor Shapiro’s Data Center Executive Action Is a Welcome First Step, But Senate Republicans Must End Their Legislative Blockade

News ClipBucks County Beacon·PA·9/4/2026

Governor Shapiro has issued an executive action regarding data centers in Pennsylvania. While this is seen as a positive initial step, the article argues that state legislators must codify comprehensive protections into law. The legislative efforts are currently facing a blockade from Senate Republicans.

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For Pennsylvanians to see lasting relief, state legislators must codify comprehensive protections into law — and the clock is ticking.