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First amendment advocates argue non-disclosure agreements create conflicts with existing public record law

Data center developers in Pennsylvania are increasingly using nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) with public officials, sparking concerns about transparency and conflicts with public records laws. While developers claim NDAs protect competitive interests, first amendment advocates and some officials argue they hinder public accountability for projects. Pennsylvania lawmakers have introduced bills to prohibit or disincentivize the use of such NDAs, with some bills passing the state House.