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Texas Lawmakers Grapple with Tech Boom: Data Centers Impact on Water, Electric Grid, and Jobs

Texas lawmakers are grappling with the rapid growth of data centers, which are bringing jobs and tax revenue but also straining water supplies and the electric grid. The House State Affairs Committee recently discussed the issue, with city leaders in San Marcos rejecting a large project due to water concerns. Hays County has also called for a pause on big industrial builds to protect the aquifer. Energy costs have surged since Winter Storm Uri, as these data centers consume vast amounts of power and strain transmission lines. The Public Utility Commission chair has emphasized the need to address reliability and rising bills. As the next legislative session approaches in 2027, expect regulations to be shaped to balance innovation with resource management.

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