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Montana’s voters are overwhelmingly rejecting the rush to build AI data centers, with 75% saying no—across party lines. Developers and NorthWestern Energy are pushing forward with deals, sparking backlash from residents and regulators alike. Grassroots efforts are popping up in Butte, Yellowstone County, and beyond, with petitions and ballot initiatives trying to halt or slow growth. Community groups nationwide are sounding the alarm: without safeguards, Montana risks paying the price through higher energy bills, as seen in other states where data centers drove up costs for everyday customers.
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https://montanafreepress.org/2026/09/16/montana-registered-voters-data-centers/
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