AI Policy & Regulation
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Texas County Imposes One-Year Moratorium on New Data Centers
May 13, 2026
AI Summary
Hill County, located outside Dallas, has enacted a one-year moratorium on new data center and energy storage projects. The decision follows concerns over the potential impact on local water supplies and quality of life, prompted by recent proposals from data center developers.
- Hill County, Texas, has approved a one-year moratorium on new data center and energy storage developments.
- The decision was made in response to concerns about the impact of such projects on local water supplies and quality of life.
- County Commissioner Jim Holcomb noted that the moratorium followed extensive negative testimony from residents during a meeting.
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