Texas lawmakers scrutinize billions in data center tax breaks

News Clip2:37NBC DFW·Austin, Travis County, TX·7/27/2026

Texas lawmakers are scrutinizing billions of dollars in tax breaks granted to "Big Tech" data centers during a hearing in Austin. The lawmakers questioned whether these incentives provide sufficient value for Texas taxpayers. This comes as discussions continue about the impact and benefits of data center development in the state.

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Texas lawmakers are taking a closer look at billions of dollars in tax breaks awarded to Big Tech data centers. During a hearing in Austin, lawmakers questioned whether the incentives are delivering enough value for Texas taxpayers. NBC 5’s Phil Prazan has the story. ——— Visit the NBC DFW channel for the latest news, weather, investigations, consumer news (NBC 5 Responds) and exclusive reports: https://www.youtube.com/nbcdfw 📺 STREAM NBC 5 DALLAS-FORT WORTH: "NBC Dallas Fort Worth News" 24/7 live streaming channel, is available for viewing on Roku, Samsung TV Plus, Amazon Fire TV, Xumo Play, Google Play, Freevee, TCLtv+ and Local Now. Peacock premium subscribers can also stream live. How to Watch: https://www.nbcdfw.com/everywhere 💻 VISIT OUR WEBSITE: https://www.NBCDFW.com 📱 DOWNLOAD OUR FREE APP: DFW app: https://nbcdfw.app.link/MINj3xJe0Gb 📲 FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbcdfw TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nbcdfw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NBCDFW/ X (formerly Twitter): https://twitter.com/nbcdfw 🔎 #nbcdfw #texasconnectsus 📣 For news in Spanish, visit https://www.telemundo39.com/ or subscribe at https://www.youtube.com/@telemundo39