Battle over data centers escalates in the Texas Capitol

Battle over data centers escalates in the Texas Capitol

News ClipNBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth·TX·7/29/2026

Senators at the Texas Capitol are actively questioning the state's oversight of 138 data centers that benefit from sales tax exemptions. This scrutiny comes as the debate surrounding data center development intensifies within the state.

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Gov: Texas Capitol, Texas State Senate
Senators questioned whether the state is adequately monitoring 138 facilities receiving sales tax exemptions.