Texas lawmakers scrutinize billions in data center tax breaks

Texas lawmakers scrutinize billions in data center tax breaks

News ClipNBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth·Austin, Travis County, TX·7/27/2026

Texas lawmakers are investigating billions of dollars in tax breaks given to Big Tech data centers. During a hearing in Austin, legislators questioned whether these incentives provide sufficient value to Texas taxpayers. NBC 5's Phil Prazan reported on the story.

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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.