Texas governor-elect halts new data centers, Musk project pending energy/water rules

Governor-elect Gina Hinojosa will block new data center authorizations, including Elon Musk's project, until regulations on electricity consumption, water use, tax incentives, and public participation are approved. This marks a policy reversal from prior Texas pro-growth stance, introducing regulatory uncertainty for tech infrastructure investment in the state.

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