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Democrats Divided as New York OKs One-Year Data-Center Moratorium

7/10/2026

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Democrats are split over data-center restrictions, with progressives demanding a full moratorium while leaders favor consumer protections without a pause.
New York lawmakers approved a one-year data-center moratorium pending Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature.
Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, urged a national moratorium despite no plan from Senate and House leaders.

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Story summary

Democrats are split over data-center restrictions, with progressives demanding a full moratorium while leaders favor consumer protections without a pause.
New York lawmakers approved a one-year data-center moratorium pending Governor Kathy Hochul’s signature.
Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., top Democrat on the House Energy and Commerce Committee, urged a national moratorium despite no plan from Senate and House leaders.