Texas lawmakers hear concerns over growing number of data centers

Name: Texas lawmakers hear concerns over growing number of data centers
Uploaded: 2026-08-21T01:46:42.000Z
Duration: 27 s
Description: Texas residents are voicing concerns to state lawmakers about the growing number of data centers, specifically citing impacts on noise, water usage, and electricity costs. Lawmakers are currently considering potential future regulations for data center development across the state.

News Clip0:27CBS19·TX·8/21/2026

Texas residents are voicing concerns to state lawmakers about the growing number of data centers, specifically citing impacts on noise, water usage, and electricity costs. Lawmakers are currently considering potential future regulations for data center development across the state.

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Gov: Texas Legislature

Texas residents raised concerns about data centers' impact on noise, water use and power costs as lawmakers consider future regulations.