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Sen. Paul Bettencourt, a Houston Republican, sent a letter to Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton that same day asking him to “investigate” any counties seeking to implement moratoriums and “explore any necessary legal actions.”

From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026

Fourteen states are debating moratoriums on new data centers, according to The National Conference of State Legislatures.

From Barron's • May 26, 2026

CEOs need not speculate about whether data center moratoriums will hurt their businesses—they already know the answer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Under eviction moratoriums, tenants who can prove they are affected by the ongoing state of emergency cannot be evicted for unpaid rent, but they still owe back rent once the moratorium expires.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 9, 2025

"All praise to the power of the war-time moratoriums," Farrel declared.

From The Pride of Palomar by Kyne, Peter B. (Peter Bernard)