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Shapiro Tightens Data Center Rules | Philadelphia News
Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro just flipped his stance on data centers, signing a tough new executive order to rein in runaway development. Once a cheerleader for big deals like Amazon’s $20 billion investment, he now says some developers are exploiting the state’s AI-driven demand for storage — without caring about local communities or the environment. The new rules require projects to prove they can power themselves and win approval from municipalities, aiming to block speculative deals while still welcoming responsible ones with community support. Shapiro also called for party unity…
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