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Joe Mitchell

Republican · IA House - District 2 MIXED RECORD
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Position on Hyperscale Data Centers

Joe Mitchell supports data center investment provided local zoning authorities retain full control and facilities do not strain municipal water supplies.

Verified Quotes & Evidence

"I don't think we should rule out regulation, but at the same time, you have these CEOs of these companies like OpenAI, et cetera, that are putting these warning signs out there and it's like, well, you have some responsibility to also self-regulate if you think that's the case."
Date: 2026-09
→ Source: Levernews
"I don't think we should rule out regulation, but at the same time, you have these CEOs of these companies like OpenAI, et cetera, that are putting these warning signs out there and it's like, well, you have some responsibility to also self-regulate if you think that's the case."
Date: 2026-09
→ Source: Levernews