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A rally at the Texas Capitol protesting data center expansion in July. Photo: Jay Janner/The Austin American-Statesman via Getty Images
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott on Monday halted approvals for new data centers until the state can audit the ones looking to connect to Texas' electric grid.
Why it matters: Abbott has signaled a desire to make data center regulation a top priority as he seeks reelection and ahead of a new legislative session next year.
