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June 22, 2026
Polling Reveals Mixed Public Sentiment on Data Centers Amid New Regulations
- New polling indicates that only a small fraction of data center opponents live near one, with many expressing concerns about the pace of development rather than outright opposition.
- 49% of respondents support a temporary moratorium on new data center construction, reflecting widespread unease about the implications of AI.
- Governor Josh Shapiro's new regulations for data centers come amid this divided public sentiment, aiming to address community concerns while promoting economic growth.
2 Sources
- Data centers become the face of AI backlashJun 22, 2026 at 9:01 AM · Axios
- Companies are demanding states cut red tape. Data center-wary voters may think differentlyJun 22, 2026 at 12:35 PM · CNBC