Texas AI data-center expansion slows under Gov. Hinojosa

The expansion of AI data centers in Texas has slowed under the state’s new Democratic governor, Gina Hinojosa, according to DigiTimes Asia. Hinojosa, who defeated incumbent Greg Abbott , campaigned for a moratorium on new data-center permits to protect communities and manage resource allocation. This policy shift comes amid existing concerns about the impact of data centers on Texas’s power grid and rural areas, which Abbott had already addressed by pausing new grid connections. Texas, known for its significant data center market, now faces potential delays for projects without existing permits or power access. The Texas Legislature’s actions will be pivotal in determining whether a formal moratorium is enacted. Observers should monitor any legislative bills or executive orders that could support a YES outcome in prediction markets.

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