Gina Hinojosa calls on rival Gov. Greg Abbott to issue moratorium on new data centers

Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Michael Karlis and Natalia Edwards, San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

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Why this matters in The San Antonio

Gina Hinojosa's call for a moratorium on new data centers puts a spotlight on the rapid growth of this industry in Texas, particularly in the San Antonio area. As the city's infrastructure and resources are stretched to accommodate these facilities, residents may start to feel the effects of increased energy consumption and strain on local utilities. The boom in data center construction also raises questions about the environmental impact and the potential for displacement of long-time residents and small businesses. With the city's unique cultural and economic character at stake, San Antonio residents will be watching closely to see how Gov. Abbott responds to Hinojosa's demand and how the issue plays out in the gubernatorial campaign. The city's own zoning and land-use policies may also come under scrutiny as the debate over data center regulation unfolds.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: San Antonio Current (alt-weekly) · Reading time: 1 min

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