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Texas energy agencies respond to governor's data center directive by requesting more authority from lawmakers
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Natalie Weber | Houston Public Media , as published by Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 28, 2026
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Key takeaway Further information on this topic can be found through Texas Public Radio, which has reported on the actions of these state agencies and their requests to the state legislature.
In San Antonio , developments are underway regarding energy regulation. State agencies are seeking increased power to oversee large consumers of energy. These agencies have already implemented measures to manage energy use by big consumers.
Now, they are asking lawmakers to grant them more control. Further information on this topic can be found through Texas Public Radio, which has reported on the actions of these state agencies and their requests to the state legislature.
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Published: July 28, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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