Brazoria County adopts resolution urging state safeguards for data‑center development

Jun 9, 2026

Following extended public comment about flooding, water use and noise, the Brazoria County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a three‑page resolution asking the governor, Legislature and state agencies to adopt enforceable transparency and impact‑assessment standards for future data‑center projects.

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Brazoria County’s Commissioners Court on June 9 unanimously adopted a three‑page resolution calling on the state to require independent impact assessments and transparent reporting of projected electricity demand, water use and environmental impacts from data‑center developments.

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