Albuquerque, NM (KKOB) — A proposal to temporarily halt some data center development in New Mexico is gaining attention at the state Capitol. Lawmakers Micaela Lara Cadena and Angelica Rubio are exploring a moratorium that could be introduced during the 2027 legislative session. The two lawmakers argue the state needs additional safeguards and more transparency surrounding large-scale developments, including AI-focused data centers. The proposal has drawn pushback from some Republicans, who say policymakers should first study the potential economic impacts before considering a statewide pause.
