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.
Randolph County
Neutral Data Center Policies
Missouri requires some large electricity users, including data centers, to pay rates reflecting their share of service costs, while qualifying projects can receive substantial tax breaks if they meet investment and job requirements. A state order calls for study and recommendations but does not itself change operating rules.
Rating and summary from Missouri statewide as there are no scored current or future laws outside temporary restrictions for Randolph County.
Specific to Randolph County only.
pending · County measureWould temporarily pause data center development in Randolph County while potential risks are studied.Randolph County Data Center Moratorium Draft (2026)
What this means
If enacted, the proposed countywide moratorium would stop data-center development while risks are studied, creating a significant barrier and likely delays. The article gives no duration, so the length of the pause is unclear (draft moratorium ordinance).
Timing
The article reports that a draft moratorium ordinance was presented, but does not state whether or when the moratorium expires.
People behind it
- Randolph County Land Alliance
Presented a draft moratorium ordinance to the Randolph County Commission and called for a pause on the facilities.
- Preserve Rural Land
Presented a draft moratorium ordinance to the Randolph County Commission.
Restrictions & requirementsHide restrictions & requirements1
A proposed moratorium would pause development of data centers and industrial-scale solar and battery facilities; the article does not specify its duration or any exceptions. Draft moratorium ordinance against these facilities
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