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Governor Hochul just hit pause on new giant data centers in New York — a one-year halt for facilities over 50 megawatts that haven’t gotten permits yet — to protect the environment, curb rising energy costs, and tackle community concerns. This move complements a recently passed state law with similar goals, including renewable energy mandates. While not affecting hospitals or schools, the pause aims to give regulators time to assess impacts and explore smarter solutions — like a new fund to upgrade the grid and rules forcing data centers to generate or transport their own power. Next year, Hochul plans to eliminate sales tax breaks for these centers, and local governments will get tools to negotiate community benefits. It’s a balancing act: keeping New York at the tech forefront while safeguarding its resources and residents.

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