Oregon City Declares Emergency Over Data Center Ban

Umatilla, Oregon declared a state of emergency after statewide restrictions on data centers threatened approximately $6 million in expected municipal revenue. Governor Tina Kotek suspended environmental permitting until July 2027, risking delays to infrastructure projects and at least 1,000 construction jobs. The city manager requested reconsideration within 90 days, arguing the ban jeopardizes billions in private investment.