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Voters approve 44 measures to restrict data centers

Voters approved 44 measures aimed at limiting data centers, reflecting worries about their heavy electricity demand and artificial intelligence-related job losses. The results signal growing local resistance as communities weigh the economic benefits against costs and disruption.
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