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Maine set to become first state with data center ban

Maine is poised to enact the first statewide ban on data center construction until November 2027, allowing a newly formed council to address concerns about energy prices and water usage. The bill, which has bipartisan support, is expected to pass the state senate and head to Governor Janet Mills for approval, despite her previous request for site exemptions. This move could set a precedent for other states considering similar moratoriums.