Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data centers, while Austin city council managed local affairs, and Abbott proposed opening utilities to market competition.
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Greg Abbott announced a moratorium on data centers, while Austin city council managed local affairs, and Abbott proposed opening utilities to market competition.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Governor Greg Abbott called out Austin's utilities regarding rising electricity costs.Sub-event
Abbott announces data center moratorium; Austin city council handles local affairs; utility market competition proposed.1 source
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The entities involved
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Austin
seat of Travis County, and capital of the State of Texas
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Greg Abbott
Governor of Texas since 2015
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city council
legislative body that governs a city, municipality or local government area
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