Hays County approves resolution to pause review of data centers

News Clip2:25KXAN·Hays County, TX·6/23/2026

Hays County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution to pause the review of data center developments in unincorporated areas. This action aims to address concerns regarding industrial developments with high water usage. The resolution represents a significant step in regulating data center projects in the county.

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Hays County commissioners unanimously approved a resolution Tuesday aimed at addressing concerns over high-water-use industrial developments, including data centers, in unincorporated areas of the county. READ MORE: https://www.kxan.com/news/local/hays/hays-county-approves-resolution-to-pause-review-of-data-centers/ Stay informed about Austin and Central Texas news, weather, investigations and sports on our website and social media: https://www.kxan.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/KXANAustinNews?sub_confirmation=1 https://www.facebook.com/KXANnews/ https://twitter.com/KXAN_News https://www.instagram.com/kxan_news