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Texas Invests $30 Million in Satellite Broadband Revolution

4/12/2025

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Texas is investing $30 million in a groundbreaking pilot program aimed at bringing low Earth orbit satellite broadband to underserved regions. This initiative marks a significant shift in federal funding, empowering states to seek innovative solutions beyond traditional fiber-optic networks. However, some critics caution that this satellite focus could result in unreliable connectivity for the long haul.

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Texas is investing $30 million in a groundbreaking pilot program aimed at bringing low Earth orbit satellite broadband to underserved regions. This initiative marks a significant shift in federal funding, empowering states to seek innovative solutions beyond traditional fiber-optic networks. However, some critics caution that this satellite focus could result in unreliable connectivity for the long haul.