Commissioners voted unanimously to pause new data center projects while they study the issue

Commissioners voted unanimously to pause new data center projects while they study the issue

News ClipKFYR-TV·Oliver County, ND·3/15/2026

County commissioners in Oliver County, North Dakota approved a 180-day pause on new data center construction, temporarily blocking new projects while they study the issue further.

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Gov: Oliver County Board of Commissioners
County commissioners approved a 180-day pause on new data center construction on March 13, temporarily blocking new projects while they study the issue.