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13 Interestana reports mention Greg Abbott, newest first. Each is summarised from the original reporting and links back to its publisher.
Texas Republican Sid Miller has voiced concerns that Governor Greg Abbott may face electoral defeat in the upcoming election, citing the governor's extensive financial ties to artificial intelligence data center interests.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on an unspecified date that he has directed the Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) to cease processing new permits for data centers. This directive follows growing public opposition to the rapid expansion…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has directed state regulators to penalize datacenters that fail to comply with state laws requiring them to disclose their water use. In a statement released on Monday, Governor Abbott emphasized…
A growing number of Republican governors are initiating crackdowns on Flock AI, a technology startup specializing in license-plate-reading surveillance. This backlash signifies an intensifying tech backlash within the United States, particularly among conservative lawmakers and officials who are increasingly scrutinizing…
Opposition to datacenter development is escalating across the United States, spanning the political spectrum and leading to legislative action. More than a dozen states have initiated discussions or proposed moratoria on the construction of new datacenters.
The rapid expansion of data centers across the United States is creating significant electricity demands, prompting concerns about increased utility costs for residential and small business customers, as well as substantial health and climate impacts due to reliance on fossil…
The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has announced that the initial group of large data centers seeking to connect to the state's power grid will not see their connections completed until mid-December.
Democrat gubernatorial candidate in Texas, Gina Hinojosa, stated on Tuesday that Texas voters are concerned about the significant impact of the burgeoning data center industry, often referred to as a 'gold rush,' particularly in the state's rural areas.
OpenAI dispatched a formal letter to Texas Governor Greg Abbott on an unspecified date, articulating the artificial intelligence company's dedication to fostering responsible AI infrastructure development within the state of Texas.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on all new power grid connections for data centers on August 3, citing overwhelming demand and the need for more comprehensive information regarding their potential impacts on the state's power grid and communities.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on May 14, 2024, a temporary halt on the approval of new data center construction projects across the state. This directive is contingent upon the completion of a thorough audit of the state's energy infrastructure…
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced on Monday a new directive requiring data centers to undergo audits before connecting to the state's energy grid. This measure, aimed at ensuring grid stability, will be implemented by the Public Utility Commission of Texas…
Texarkana, Texas residents are protesting the development of a 500-acre data center campus, known as Project Big Pine, announced in April 2026 by TexAmericas Center. Potentia Development plans to invest $3.5 billion at full buildout to create a hub…