A Nebraska county just banned new data centers for up to a year. More could follow.

The move comes as cities and states across the country weigh similar moratoriums amid concerns about water and electricity

May 22, 2026Updated: May 22, 2026

By News Channel Nebraska

A Nebraska county just banned new data centers for up to a year. More could follow.

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