February 13, 2026
Capital Keeps Pouring In. Communities Are Closing the Gate.State Rep. Armando Walle (D-Houston), who embedded the directive in last year's state budget, called it a "softer approach" than direct legislation.
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Armando Walle
Armando Walle is a Texas state representative from Houston who has advocated for legislation addressing the energy demands and grid impacts of data centers in the state.
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