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Texas governor: Meta agrees to new data center rules on grid, water effects

Texas governor: Meta agrees to new data center rules on grid, water effects

News ClipBaltimore Sun·TX·8/11/2026

Meta has agreed to new data center rules in Texas concerning the electrical grid and water usage. Governor Greg Abbott's office reported that other data center developers across Texas have also announced plans to comply with this new framework.

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Gov: Texas Governor's Office, State of Texas
Meta’s commitment makes the technology company one of the data center operators agreeing to work within the framework. Gov. Greg Abbott’s office said other data center developers across Texas have also announced plans to comply.