Texas Governor Greg Abbott orders a pause on new data center development until an audit is completed, according to reporting from multiple outlets. The governor says approvals and further development are halted while the audit takes place. Abbott’s stated rationale is to ensure oversight and review related to the projects before additional approvals proceed. The announcement is framed as a temporary measure, tied directly to completion of the audit rather than a permanent change in policy. While the reports focus on the governor’s directive, they do not indicate, in the information provided here, how long the audit will take, which entities or aspects are being examined, or what specific criteria will guide any subsequent decisions. The policy action affects new data center projects seeking approval in Texas, as opposed to already operating facilities, based on the description of halting “new” development. The move reflects increased attention to the governance and assessment of large-scale infrastructure projects in the state.