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LA County Freezes Giant AI Data Centers as Solis Pushes Permanent Ban

Los Angeles County has enacted a temporary moratorium on new hyperscale data centers in unincorporated areas, with a permanent ban proposed by Supervisor Hilda Solis to address concerns about public health, environmental impact, and utility strain. Several cities in the San Gabriel Valley have also moved to ban or restrict data center development, highlighting growing local opposition. The proposed county ordinance is scheduled for review by the Board of Supervisors.