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.
Cass County
Neutral Data Center Policies
Cass County’s resolution does not directly restrict or delay data-center construction or operations, or add costs. It encourages other local bodies to adopt rules and promote disclosure, but does not require them.
current law · County measureUrges local governments, planning authorities, and utilities to develop data center rules and disclose projects’ expected energy and water use, costs, and safeguards.Cass County Board of Commissioners Resolution R-01-26 (2026)
What this means
This resolution does not directly restrict, delay, or add costs to building or operating data centers. It urges other local bodies to create rules and encourages disclosure, but does not require either, so its direct effect is limited.
People behind it
- Commissioner Lawrence
Moved the motion to approve Resolution R-1-2026.
- Commissioner Marchetti
Seconded the motion to approve Resolution R-1-2026.
- Cass County Board of Commissioners
Adopted Resolution R-1-2026 by unanimous roll-call vote.
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- Monica McMichael
Cass County Clerk/Register directed to transmit copies of the resolution to specified governmental entities, legislative offices, and electric utility providers.
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