NC House lawmakers fast-track data center regulation bill

North Carolina House lawmakers are pushing forward a bill that aims to set regulations for large data centers, mandating noise studies and giving local governments more oversight on potential impacts like water use and air quality. This move is crucial as the state's tech sector expands, balancing economic growth with environmental and community concerns. The bill's swift progress suggests a proactive stance on managing the growing infrastructure needs of data centers, which could have significant implications for both local communities and the state's regulatory landscape.