Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant

Texas Lawmaker Urges Immediate Pause on Rural Data Center Projects

Texas state Rep. Helen Kerwin is calling on Gov. Greg Abbott to impose an immediate pause on new large-scale data center developments in rural areas until the long-term impacts on water supplies and electric power can be assessed. Kerwin cited concerns from constituents in her district, which includes the Comanche Peak Nuclear Power Plant. She requested an executive working group to study water and power issues, and called for mandatory public notice and citizen input on projects seeking significant water or power usage.