Texas Senator Defends Data Center Expansion Amid Growing Concerns

Data centers remain one of the hottest policy debates in Texas. Critics argue massive facilities could strain the state's power grid and water supply, while supporters say they're essential to modern life and economic growth. State Sen. Paul Bettencourt discusses why he supports expanding data centers, the safeguards already in Texas law, the role of closed-loop water systems, Senate Bill 6, and why he believes balanced regulation—not outright bans—is the right path forward. Watch the full interview to hear his perspective on the future of Texas data centers, energy policy and AI infrastructure. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ KCWX-TV™ is your trusted home for live sports coverage in Central Texas, delivering Major League Baseball, WNBA basketball, HBCU football, and HBCU basketball to viewers across San Antonio, Austin, and Central Texas. KCWX2 is the Official Broadcast Partner of the Texas Rangers, bringing fans closer to America’s pastime with exclusive MLB coverage. We are also the Official Broadcast TV Station of the Dallas Wings, showcasing top WNBA talent and women’s professional basketball. In addition, KCWX-TV is the Official Broadcast Home of HBCU College Football & HBCU College Basketball, delivering nationally respected HBCU matchups, and the home of LIVE High School Football, spotlighting the next generation of athletes. RIVER CITY NEWS: Local News You Can Trust KCWX-TV is also home to River City News, delivering timely local headlines, community stories, and weather updates that matter most to Central Texas. Watch weekdays at 7AM & 11AM, keeping you informed and connected to your community. 📧 News Tips? Email: newsdesk@kcwx.com Follow us on social for more updates: ► Instagram: @rivercitynewssa ► X/Twitter: @RiverCityNewsSA ► TikTok: @rivercitynewssa ► Follow Atiana San Miguel: @atianasanmiguel SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: ⁨@KCWX2TV⁩ 📺 Where to Watch KCWX-TV™ Over the Air: Channel 2 Spectrum Cable: Channel 4 Grande/Astound Cable: Channel 2 AT&T U-Verse: Channel 2 DirecTV & Dish: Channel 2 📲 Watch KCWX2 anywhere — anytime Download the FREE KCWX-TV App, available on Apple TV, Google TV, Fire TV, Roku TV, Samsung TV Plus, NextGen TV, and WebOS. 📧 Reception Help / Viewer Support: Email: ktawil@kcwx.com or Visit: kcwx.com/contact KCWX-TV™ is a Corridor Television, LLP station, bringing you the best in local sports, entertainment, movies, and original programming across San Antonio, Austin, and Central Texas.