Umatilla Urges Governor to Address Pause on Data Center Permits
In the Yakima-Pasco-Richland-Kennewick area, Umatilla is urging the governor to address a pause on data center permits.
Yakima Pasco Richland Kennewick, WA, October 22, 2026 —
Umatilla is urging the governor to address a pause on data center permits in the Yakima-Pasco-Richland-Kennewick area, according to the information provided. The summary does not identify the governor or specify what action Umatilla is seeking.
Details about the pause are also not provided. The information does not say when it began, which permits it affects, who imposed it, or how many applications are involved. It does not explain whether the pause applies across the entire area or to a particular jurisdiction.
The reason for Umatilla’s request was not included. No statement from the governor, agencies, data center developers, or other local authorities was provided, and the summary does not describe any response to the request. It also does not identify the person or organization speaking on Umatilla’s behalf.
As a result, the available information establishes only that Umatilla is asking the governor to address the permitting pause. The specific concern, requested remedy, and potential effect on data center projects remain unclear. No timeline or next step was provided.
Story summarized from the original created by Isaiah Bernal NonStop Local Multi-Media Journalist on www.nbcrightnow.com, see more information here.
