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Data Center Signal is tracking 2 clips about Open AI data center developments across 2 states, including GA, MI.

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News Clip2:35WSB-TV·Effingham County, GA

After giant Georgia data center approval, Warnock pushes for state moratorium

Following the approval of a massive data center in Effingham County, Georgia, US Senator Raphael Warnock has called for a statewide moratorium on data center construction. The project, owned by Open AI, is set to become Georgia Power's largest single customer, raising concerns about power usage and transparency. Warnock criticized Effingham County leaders for a lack of public input, while local economic development entities highlighted the economic opportunities.

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8/29/2026

News ClipBenzie County Record Patriot·MI

Data Center moratorium bills introduced in Michigan: Here's what they contain$

Three Michigan Senate bills have been introduced to establish a statewide moratorium on new data center projects until April 2027. This proposed pause aims to allow lawmakers to study the potential impacts of data centers on Michigan's energy grid, land use, and local communities, driven by concerns from residents like those in Saline regarding a large data center project. The legislation would temporarily halt approvals by local governments and state agencies for data center developments.

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6/5/2026