https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/texas-governor-elect-says-state-will-have-laws-to-shield-citizens-from-data-centersContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/texas-governor-elect-says-state-will-have-laws-to-shield-citizens-from-data-centershttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/texas-governor-elect-says-state-will-have-laws-to-shield-citizens-from-data-centers#u186907Mon, 09 Nov 2026 02:43:27 +0000Texas Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa plans to introduce laws protecting residents from data centers, citing their impact on rural communities. This move follows a trend of US states reevaluating data center projects amid concerns over energy consumption and environmental impact. Hinojosa's stance contrasts with some predecessors who aggressively courted data center investments.Why it mattersThe development reflects growing scrutiny of data centers' effects on local infrastructure and energy grids. US voters have shown opposition to data centers in various elections, influencing state p