In response to growing concerns over the impact of data centers on local communities and transparency issues, Virginia Governor Spanberger has announced a comprehensive crackdown on the industry. This includes the signing of an executive order that establishes a new accountability framework for data centers, which is touted as the most aggressive regulation in the nation. The governor aims to impose stricter rules, including banning by-right approvals and non-disclosure agreements for data centers. As part of her initiative, Spanberger has also formed an AI task force to address the intersection of artificial intelligence and data center operations. These efforts follow significant political backlash and a rising sentiment against the unchecked growth of data centers in Virginia. Critics of the new policies express that while they are a step in the right direction, they may not be sufficient to address the overarching issues at hand.