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Oregon lawmakers paused a data center tax break just as slick new ads from “Oregon Connects” launched, painting these facilities as clean energy heroes and job creators — countering complaints about their massive water, energy, and land use. These ads are part of a national push across six states, all backed by the Data Center Coalition, which includes Google and Meta — companies reaping millions in tax savings thanks to Oregon’s low rates and cheap power. Critics argue the ads are misleading, pointing to hundreds of thousands in per-employee tax breaks and calling for transparency on how much these giants actually pay. Meanwhile, Hillsboro’s city council temporarily halted new data center approvals after community outcry, as residents worry about rising costs and resource strain — and question whether these coordinated campaigns are just PR moves to sway public opinion before scrutiny hits.

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