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Gina Hinojosa Calls for Data Center Pause | Texas News
Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa is urging Governor Greg Abbott to halt new data center construction, arguing the legislature needs time to craft responsible policies—and Abbott has the power to act now. As Abbott himself admits concerns over the rapid expansion, he’s already directed state agencies to ensure new centers are self-sufficient, reuse water, and lower electricity costs. With over 70 data centers already in Austin and more coming, local communities are pushing back—Taylor’s coalition sued after being blocked from a ballot initiative, while San Marcos became the first Texas…
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