Local governments across Ohio have rapidly adopted more than 125 active data center moratoriums as of mid-September 2026, driven by concerns over hyperscale facilities' heavy electricity and water demands, noise, and strain on infrastructure supporting artificial intelligence and cloud computing growth. Public opinion polls show strong backing for pauses, with 78% of residents favoring temporary halts for further study. Recent actions include Warren County's unanimous six-month moratorium approved September 30, while November 2026 ballots feature numerous local measures to enact permanent bans or require voter approval. A proposed statewide constitutional amendment prohibiting large data centers remains slated for the 2027 ballot, with no imminent state-level legislation advancing. These localized restrictions and upcoming votes shape trader views on the timing and likelihood of broader statewide action.