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Pasco weighs 1-year data center moratorium
Filed: Jun 20, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET
Summary: Pasco County considers a one-year pause on new data centers after residents cite environmental and water concerns.
WHO: Pasco County Commissioners; residents; Jack Mariano; Ann Falber; David Miltenberger (Stellaris Data Centers)
WHAT: A proposed one-year moratorium on new data center projects while policies are researched and developed.
WHEN: Jun 16, 2026 at 6:05 PM ET
WHERE: Pasco County, Florida (New Port Richey; Dade City)
WHY: Residents raised concerns about potential environmental damage and strain on local water resources during ongoing drought conditions.
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