# Abbott Targets Data Centers with New Rules

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Podcast: [Dallas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/dallas-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7461827)
Published: 2026-06-12T01:36:38+00:00
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Governor Greg Abbott is pushing for sweeping new rules on Texas data centers, demanding they pay for their own power, grid connections, and water usage — shifting the burden from taxpayers. Amid rising backlash from communities worried about resource strain and quality of life, Abbott’s proposal also seeks to eliminate tax breaks and require environmental reporting. Seen as a political maneuver ahead of his re-election, the move aims to manage voter concerns as data centers drive soaring energy demand — all while local officials scramble to balance economic growth with community resistance. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c9ea55dc909fe921

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