Governor Abbott directs TCEQ to halt data-center permits pending state audits

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Directive issued by Governor Greg Abbott

Sep 21, 2026

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Directs TCEQ to halt data-center permits while ERCOT and the Texas Water Development Board audit grid and water impacts, and calls for data centers to cover attributable infrastructure costs and comply with reporting requirements.

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Linked record: gov.texas.gov

Sponsor / agency: Office of Governor Greg Abbott

Record last checked: Oct 13, 2026

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