Gov. Abbott pauses new data center permits until power, water audit complete
News Clip1:03CBS TEXAS·TX·9/22/2026
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued a pause on new data center permits statewide. This executive action is contingent upon the completion of a comprehensive audit of the state's power and water infrastructure, reflecting concerns over utility capacity.
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Gov: Texas Governor's Office
In an effort to slow data center development in Texas, Gov. Greg Abbott is pausing new permits for data centers.
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