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A bold citizen-led push in Broadview wants voters to decide on new data centers, requiring a two-thirds majority to pass. Led by Kassi Solberg, the initiative is gathering signatures to make it onto the November ballot—though Yellowstone County Commissioners have filed a lawsuit, arguing the county lacks legal authority, citing a recent Supreme Court ruling. The county’s legal stance is backed by Quantica Infrastructures, the company behind a major data center proposal, which calls the initiative unconstitutional. Meanwhile, Solberg’s attorney, Brian Miller, doubts the county’s chances in court. Despite the legal fight, signature collection continues, fueled by community concerns over environmental impacts and rising utility costs. Similar efforts are brewing in Butte-Silver Bow, though without legal action yet. The Broadview group remains undeterred, determined to let voters weigh in on the future of data centers.

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