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Spanberger proposes by-right approval ban for data centers

Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order banning by-right approval of large data centers in Virginia, aiming for stricter local oversight and environmental standards.

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Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order banning by-right approval of large data centers in Virginia, aiming for stricter local oversight and environmental standards.

Gov. Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order banning by-right approval of large data centers in Virginia, aiming for stricter local oversight and environmental standards.

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Abigail Spanberger signed an executive order banning by-right approval of large data centers in Virginia, aiming for stricter local oversight and environmental standards.

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