Maryland Joins Virginia in Tightening Data Center Rules With New Accountability Framework

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed an executive order establishing a statewide review process and public dashboard for large data center projects, joining Virginia in a regional push to tighten oversight of AI-era server farms. The order responds to public concerns about noise and high energy bills, and follows Virginia Gov. Spanberger's move to rein in that state's data center boom without a moratorium. Separately, the FCC in June granted AT&T's request to discontinue copper voice services at more than 184,000 locations in California.

Maryland Joins Virginia in Tightening Data Center Rules With New Accountability Framework Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, D, signs an executive order establishing a statewide review process WASHINGTON, Sept. 28, 2026 - Some state governors want to see tighter oversight of data centers, responding to public concerns about noise and high energy bills. Maryland Gov. Wes Moore , D, signed an executive order last week establishing a statewide review process and public dashboard for large data center projects, joining Virginia https://broadbandbreakfast.com/gov-spanberger-moves-to-rein-in-virginias-data-center-boom-without-a-moratorium/ in a regional push to rein in the rapid expansion of AI-era server farms. By contrast, the FCC in June granted AT&T’s request to discontinue copper voice services at more than 184,000 locations in California The companies may be seeking to score political goals ahead of the U.S. midterm elections A Colorado ISP also disputed the state’s claim that it misused grant funds CWA also wants USF contributions to include broadband, enterprise connectivity, and cloud service review America250 / Telecom150 Be part of the broadband community. Breakfast Club access through December 31, 2026—at least three months—with no automatic renewal. Secure paid checkout is provided by HubSpot. Paid passes DO NOT renew automatically. Complete your secure one-time payment without leaving Broadband Breakfast.