Recent local moratoriums across Indiana counties, including Indianapolis through December 2027, reflect resident concerns over data center impacts on electricity demand, water use, noise, and grid strain amid AI-driven expansion. However, the state legislature declined to enact a statewide pause during its 2026 session, favoring instead 2025 measures like HEA1007 that accelerate development while requiring large users to cover infrastructure costs. A coalition of AI firms and unions is now promoting uniform guardrails to build support and limit further local freezes, with an advisory committee in Indianapolis studying zoning reforms. The next key catalyst is the 2027 General Assembly session, where renewed advocacy could determine whether a broader moratorium advances before competing priorities or economic incentives prevail.