MD Gov. Moore Signs Legislation on Data Center
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Wes Moore is Maryland's first Black governor, elected in 2022.
Before politics, Moore was a U.S. Army combat veteran, Rhodes Scholar, and bestselling author. His 2010 book 'The Other Wes Moore' spent years on the New York Times bestseller list.
Topic poll · all networksWhy has Maryland become a top U.S. data center location?
- Near D.C. federal data networks
- Abundant cheap coal power
- Atlantic undersea cable landings
- Port of Baltimore data imports
Guess, then reveal the answer
Near D.C. federal data networks
Topic poll · all networksWill other states copy Maryland's data center rules?
MD data centers drew $8B+ in new investment in just two years!
From 2022–2024, Maryland attracted over $8 billion in announced data center investments, driven by AI demand. Gov. Moore's new law aims to ensure that growth doesn't outpace the state's power grid or communities.
Topic poll · all networksLoudoun Co., VA 'Data Center Alley' carries what share of global internet traffic?
- About 15%
- About 35%
- About 50%
- About 70%
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About 70%
Data centers often create just 20–50 permanent jobs despite billions invested.
Most data center jobs exist only during construction. Maryland's new law addresses this by requiring local hiring and union partnerships, ensuring host communities actually benefit from these facilities.
