The Data Center Divide
A policy snapshot ahead of the 2026 midterms. Mapping data center incentives, restrictions, and bans through legislation, regulations, and executive actions across all 50 states and 1,462 local jurisdictions.
Town of Federalsburg
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Strongly Anti-Data Center Policies
Federalsburg has enacted a townwide prohibition on data centers in all zoning districts, though its effect on existing facilities is unclear. A separate enacted measure pauses data-center applications, permits, construction, and operations for three years.
current law · Town of FederalsburgProhibits data centers in every zoning district in Federalsburg.Federalsburg Ordinance 2026-07 — Prohibition of Data Centers
What this means
If enacted, the measure would prohibit data centers in every zoning district, effectively preventing new facilities and expansions in town. The sources do not clarify how it would affect existing facilities, but report no offsetting benefits.
People behind it
- Mayor and Council of Federalsburg
Determined the prohibition was necessary and ordained the measure.
- Code Enforcement Department
Investigates and enforces the Town’s local ordinances and codes.
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Data centers are prohibited in all zoning districts within the Town.
Sources
current law · Town of FederalsburgTemporarily prohibits data center applications, approvals, construction, and operations in Federalsburg for three years.Federalsburg Town Council Three-Year Data Center Moratorium (2026)
What this means
The measure pauses data-center applications, permits, construction, and operations in Federalsburg for three years, making new development and operation substantially harder during that period (three-year moratorium). It is not a permanent ban, but the pause is broad and lasts longer than two years.
Timing
- Ends
- 3 years after adoption
Resolution 2026-01 establishes a three-year moratorium on data center applications, site plans, permits, construction, operations, processing, and approvals. No extension condition was stated.
People behind it
- Ian Ferguson
Moved to approve the three-year data center moratorium, according to the meeting minutes.
- Debra Sewell
Seconded the motion to approve the three-year data center moratorium, according to the meeting minutes.
- Brandy James
Moved to approve the three-year data center moratorium, according to the news report.
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- Lindsay
Presented the draft moratorium resolution and was directed to prepare the subsequent ordinance prohibiting data centers.
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Resolution 2026-01 establishes a three-year moratorium within Federalsburg on data-center applications, site plans, permits, construction, operations, processing, and approvals.
Sources
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