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Michele Tafoya

Republican · MN Senate MIXED RECORD
Outside AI PAC Money: $0

Position on Hyperscale Data Centers

The candidate emphasizes prioritizing local resident control, municipal transparency, and ratepayer protection in evaluating data center projects.

Verified Quotes & Evidence

"Local residents, farmers and businesses deserve a real say in how a data center project will affect their power, water, roads, and property, and they certainly shouldn't be left paying the bill."
Date: Sept 11, 2026
→ Source: Campaign Issues Page
"I'm all for bringing new investment to Minnesota, but it has to be done responsibly and with the people who live there at the table."
Date: Sept 11, 2026
→ Source: Campaign Issues Page