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Texas governor's office asked for broadband rules that help Elon Musk's Starlink
By Mose Buchele | KUT at Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News
· July 3, 2026
· 1 min read
The state office that distributes billions to expand Texas rural broadband is facing allegations of "favoritism" and offering "sweetheart" deals to companies that provide low earth orbit satellite broadband.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
The allegations of favoritism in the distribution of funds for rural broadband expansion have significant implications for San Antonio and surrounding areas. As the state office responsible for allocating billions of dollars in funding is accused of giving preferential treatment to companies like Elon Musk's Starlink, local residents may wonder if their own communities are being prioritized. The expansion of rural broadband is crucial for bridging the digital divide in Bexar County, where many residents lack access to reliable internet services. If the state office is indeed offering sweetheart deals to certain companies, it may impact the fairness and effectiveness of broadband expansion efforts in the San Antonio area. Local officials and residents should closely monitor the situation to ensure that funding is allocated in a way that benefits the community as a whole, rather than just a select few companies.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: Texas Public Radio (TPR) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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