My name is David Balat, director of the Right on Healthcare initiative with the Texas Public Policy Foundation, and I am in support of HB 3218. I am a former hospital executive and CEO of nearly 20 years and rely on my experience and expertise in this matter.
Energy & Environment
Dr. Brent Bennett’s Testimony Before the House State Affairs Committee: Data Centers & 765-kV Transmission Lines
Testimony of Brent Bennett, Ph.D. Policy Director, Life:Powered Texas Public Policy Foundation Before the House State Affairs Committee August 19, 2026 Chairman King and Members of the Committee: Thank you for this opportunity to testify about the important challenges facing the Texas electric grid and specifically the challenges and opportunities being presented by data centers....
August 19, 2026