Eastern Kentucky has spent decades fighting economic decline, population loss, and shrinking opportunities. While other regions race toward the future, our communities deserve the chance to compete in the next great American industry: Artificial Intelligence infrastructure.

AI data centers are rapidly becoming the factories of the digital age. They power cloud computing, medical research, cybersecurity, education, automation, and the technologies shaping tomorrow’s economy. Eastern Kentucky has the land, energy resources, work ethic, and strategic location to become a major hub for this growing industry.

We support bringing AI data centers and related technology investment to Eastern Kentucky because they can:

• Create High-Paying Careers
From electricians and HVAC specialists to IT technicians, cybersecurity professionals, and construction workers, AI infrastructure creates stable jobs with long-term growth potential.

• Revitalize Local Economies
Data centers bring billions in infrastructure investment, helping improve roads, fiber internet, utilities, and surrounding business development in rural communities.

• Strengthen Schools and Public Services
Large-scale facilities contribute substantial tax revenue that can help fund schools, emergency services, and county resources without increasing pressure on local families.

• Keep Young Talent in Kentucky
Too many young people leave Eastern Kentucky searching for opportunity. Modern technology investment gives future generations a reason to stay, build careers, and raise families here at home.

• Diversify the Region’s Economy
Eastern Kentucky has powered America before. We can do it again by becoming part of the nation’s expanding AI and digital infrastructure network.

We believe Eastern Kentucky should not be left behind in the technology revolution.

By signing this petition, you support efforts to attract AI data centers, technology partnerships, workforce training programs, and infrastructure investment into Eastern Kentucky communities.

The mountains powered the industrial age.
Now they can help power the intelligence age.

Sign and share to support the future of Eastern Kentucky.