The majority of Texans oppose data center construction in their communities

News Clip2:24CBS Austin·TX·6/24/2026

A new poll indicates that the majority of Texans, specifically 56%, are against the construction of data centers in their local communities. This statewide sentiment highlights significant public opposition to data center development across Texas.

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The majority of Texans oppose data center construction. A poll released Tuesday shows 56% do not want a data center built in their community. https://cbsaustin.com/news/local/the-majority-of-texans-oppose-data-center-construction-in-their-communities _______________ Stay up to date with CBS Austin by downloading our app: https://cbsaustin.com/station/mobile-apps Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CBSAustin Twitter: https://twitter.com/cbsaustin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cbsaustin/ Subscribe to CBS Austin on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT2FAPpgWOGGXtpheDT6jkQ//?sub_confirmation=1 Daily News Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLztFNpGmRDH0-G8xQ8GAl5b99SvhChtKb For more information, visit https://cbsaustin.com/ Have a news tip? Send it directly to us: Email us: news@cbsaustin.com Call the Newsroom: 512.490.2199 CBS Austin is a Texas based station and a CBS Television affiliate owned and operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country today #KEYE #CBSAustin #News #Austin