It targets the five-member Marion County Commission, including District 3’s Matt McClain, District 4’s Carl Zalak and District 5’s Michelle Stone, among others. That law preserves local zoning authority over data centers while setting statewide rules on utility cost allocation and requiring reclaimed water for cooling where feasible. As of August 3, 2026, the September 1, 2026, workshop remains on the calendar. The petition continues to collect signatures and has not produced a public postponement or formal reply from the Board of County Commissioners. Hickman said his goal is to ensure Marion County residents have the opportunity to fully understand the potential impacts of data centers before any major decisions are made.