LANSING, Mich. – Recently, Governor Gretchen Whitmer released the following statement as lawmakers consider legislation to strengthen Michigan’s current data center guardrails, which are some of the strongest in the country.
“It is extremely important that we have a strong framework in place to put Michigan in the lead on data centers and keep us competitive for transformational projects that grow our economy and create thousands of good-paying jobs.
“That means ensuring any company that wants to call Michigan home creates the jobs they promise, powers their facilities with clean energy, ensures Michiganders don’t foot the bill for energy, and protects our air, land, and water for future generations. We’ve seen what’s happened in other states without strict guardrails. Michiganders have spoken loud and clear: they support these protections and they expect their leaders to act.
“I’m encouraged by these ongoing conversations in the legislature. Let’s keep working together to set an example for the country on data centers, invest in our communities, and build a brighter future.”
