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First Texas city to ban data centers faces power test with challenge from state senator

By Emily Hallas
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A small town in Central Texas became the first city in the state to ban data centers, testing the limits of local power. 

San Marcos is positioned between San Antonio and Austin. It lies primarily in Hays County, which President Donald Trump lost by just under six points in the 2024 election. 

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