What did Governor Hochul's executive order actually change?
The July 14, 2026 executive order pauses new state permits for hyperscale data centers using 50 megawatts or more of power, for up to one year. The pause holds until New York completes a Generic Environmental Impact Statement, issues a Community Investment Framework within 60 days, and the Department of Public Service reviews a proposed Grid Acceleration Fund.
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New York Just Became the First US State to Halt New AI Data CentersHochul's executive order freezes new 50MW+ data center permits for a year, after NY electric bills rose 68% since 2019.
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