Hood County commissioners reject data center moratorium again in 3-2 vote; residents call for resignations
News ClipCBS News·Granbury, Hood County, TX·2/24/2026
The Hood County Commissioners' Court in Texas has again voted 3-2 to reject a moratorium on new large-scale data center developments in the county, despite mounting public opposition from residents concerned about the environmental and infrastructure impacts. Residents are now calling for the resignation of the county commissioners and asking the governor to address the issue during a special session.
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Gov: Hood County Commissioners' Court
Hood County commissioners in Texas have repeatedly rejected a moratorium on data center development, despite strong opposition from residents. Over five large-scale data center projects have been proposed in the county. Residents raised concerns about noise, water and power usage, and environmental impacts. Several residents called for the commissioners' resignations, arguing the projects will irreversibly damage the county. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt said local officials lack the legal power to ban these developments. The developer, Sailfish Investors, expressed support for the commissioners' decision, saying the project will bring economic benefits to the region.