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Texas Halts New Data Centers | Texas News
Texas Governor Abbott has paused new data centers from connecting to the state’s power grid amid a booming industry, sparking debate over whether a temporary halt is enough. While the governor’s office claims big tech giants like Amazon and Google are already agreeing to community-friendly standards to lower costs and protect the grid, critics demand real legislation to ensure lasting impact. Energy experts worry enforcement without law will be weak, while ERCOT grapples with new rules for large users. Political analysts suggest the move may be aimed at rural voters wary of data centers…
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