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Maryland Data Center Policy
Coverage from Venable LLP, Maryland Matters, and others
Maryland’s approach to data-center development combines statewide review with local decision-making.
A state task force assesses larger projects against considerations such as electricity demand and costs, water use, environmental effects, infrastructure commitments, and community engagement; its assessments can inform coordinated permitting and eligibility for some state support. Public reporting and changes to tax incentives are also part of the policy framework. Together, these measures shape how data centers are evaluated and sited while leaving local governments an important role in project approval.
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Maryland Governor Wes Moore issued an executive order on September 23 establishing a statewide accountability review for large data center projects in Maryland.
9/24/2026 • Permitting & Regulation • General
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore established a state task force under an executive order to assess large data center proposals across Maryland, while local governments retain final approval authority.
9/24/2026 • Permitting & Regulation • General
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore announced a new data center review process last week in Maryland amid county moratoriums and growing environmental and community concerns.
10/1/2026 • Policy & Utility Planning • General
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore established a statewide review framework through an executive order for large data center projects seeking state action or support in Maryland.
9/24/2026 • Policy & Utility Planning • General
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore established a data center task force as local moratoriums and opposition reshape development decisions across Maryland.
9/29/2026 • Infrastructure & Site Development • General