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Ken Calvert

Republican · CA House - District 40 MIXED RECORD
Outside AI PAC Money: $0

Position on Hyperscale Data Centers

Ken Calvert urges careful consideration of local grid capacity and water constraints before approving new data centers, favoring localized decision-making.

Verified Quotes & Evidence

"Members ... understandably want to ensure there is careful consideration of impacts to local residents with regards to potential strain on the power grid and water supplies."
Date: 2026-07-25
→ Source: The Press-Enterprise
"place significant strain on energy and water resources and communities have resisted such projects."
Date: 2026-07-25
→ Source: The Press-Enterprise