Christopher Smith

Smith backs Manchester Township's ordinance banning AI data centers, citing environmental risks and burdens on local water, electricity, and ratepayers.

“By J. Mayhew Published August 27, 2026 at 3:38 PM EDT Manchester Township Council brought forth an ordinance Monday night. It bans AI data centers in the municipality. The measure, Ordinance No. 26-…”

Smith supports banning AI data centers in Manchester, saying residents' concerns must not be steamrolled by tech companies seeking profit.

“By Karen Wall, Patch Staff Published Wed., August 26, 2026 at 5:34 am ET MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester Township Council took the first step to banning artificial intelligence data centers in the t…”

Smith joins county and township officials in opposing AI data center development, urging land-use safeguards and due diligence before approval.

“By Lakewood Alerts Published August 25, 2026 Rep. Chris Smith is joining Ocean County and Manchester Township officials in opposing the development of AI data centers in the area, citing concerns ov…”

Smith joins local officials in opposing AI data center development in Ocean County, backing land-use safeguards and due diligence because of environmental, water, and electricity burdens on residents.

“From left to right: Ocean County Commissioner Rob Arace, Manchester Twp. Director of Public Works Al Yodakis, Manchester Twp. Mayor Joseph Hankins, and U.S. Rep. Chris Smith. On Thursday, August 20th…”