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Abbott seeks new limits on Texas data centers

The Hill · Jun 11, 2026, 9:06 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

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Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (R) is taking steps to implement new restrictions on data centers in the state, including proposals to set water-efficient technology requirements and repeal tax incentives. The Republican governor directed the Texas Public Utility Commission (PUC) and the Electric Reliability

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Abbott seeks new limits on Texas data centers

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