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Cameron County adopts resolution urging safeguards and independent reviews for data centers

Cameron County Commissioners Court · April 7, 2026
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The Cameron County Commissioners Court on April 7 adopted a resolution opposing high‑water‑use cooling systems and calling for transparent reporting and independent impact analyses before large data‑center projects proceed in the county or region.

The Cameron County Commissioners Court on April 7 adopted a resolution urging state regulators and developers to require stronger safeguards, transparency and independent impact reviews for large data center developments that could strain local water and electrical resources.

County Judge (speaker 1) read the resolution at the meeting, saying the court "formally expresses opposition to the use of open loop evaporative cooling systems or other high volume potable water consumption technologies" and that any future data center should demonstrate sustainable supply and…

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