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Orange County commissioners face a pivotal moment as they prepare to debate a potential moratorium on new AI data centers, sparked by Commissioner Kelly Martinez Semrad’s call for pause—arguing the county needs time to update outdated regulations and assess environmental impacts. This isn’t isolated: Florida counties like Pasco, Hernando, and Lake have already imposed freezes or delays, reflecting mounting statewide concern over the rapid expansion of these energy-hungry facilities. As data centers fuel AI and cloud computing, their explosive growth strains power grids and outpaces local governance. A newly passed state law, Senate Bill 484, empowers local governments to reject projects and shields consumers from cost burdens. The upcoming vote could set a crucial precedent for responsible tech development across the state.

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