Oregon Pauses Data Center Boom | Portland News

Portland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 11, 2026 · 1m

Oregon Governor Tina Kotek is urging local governments to pause new data center projects as the state grapples with a boom in these facilities, sparking community pushback. With no authority to impose a statewide ban, the governor is empowering cities and counties to lead — following Hillsboro’s recent moratorium and Salem’s upcoming review — while a newly formed advisory committee works to balance economic gains against infrastructure and environmental risks. Their recommendations, due next year, will shape future state policy. Meanwhile, key political figures like Senate candidate Christine…