Kotek Slams Data Center Land Deals | Portland News

Governor Tina Kotek is halting new data center projects on public land through July 2027, blocking leases and sales to prevent rising utility and infrastructure costs for Oregon residents. This pause follows her earlier rejection of a Salem data center deal and complements the POWER Act’s 29% electricity rate hike for data centers — a move designed to balance industry growth with public needs. An advisory committee’s recommendations, due by year’s end, will shape new legislation in 2027, while rival Christine Drazan is being consulted — setting the stage for an evolving policy battle. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f2bf5ec834c95fd4