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James Talarico

James Talarico is a Texas state representative who has advocated for cryptocurrency mining regulation and renewable energy policies affecting data center operations in Texas.

Referenced in 2 briefingsLast referenced: August 14, 2026

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August 14, 2026

Carrying Costs Compound After Aug. 20 as ERCOT Audits for Months

State Rep. James Talarico is running hyperscale growth as a U.S. Senate issue (self-funded interconnection, water-recycling mandates); Attorney General Ken Paxton's campaign has not staked the moratorium and says an announcement is coming "very shortly."

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