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Maryland’s long-delayed statewide study on data centers, now pushed back from its original September deadline, aims to deliver an unbiased look at the economic, environmental, and energy impacts of these booming facilities—especially as local counties scramble to set their own rules. After a governor’s veto last year over cost concerns (later overridden by lawmakers), the report is critical for weighing short-term construction booms against long-term demands on water, land, and power. While residents worry about cross-county resource strain and health effects (not directly covered in the study), there’s no push to stop growth—AI demand ensures data centers are here to stay. The focus? Making sure developers pay their fair share for infrastructure and meet local hiring and environmental standards. Lawmakers are already moving fast, forming community groups and drafting new laws to ensure Maryland profits without sacrificing its future.

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