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Texas Broadband Expansion Delayed Until 2030 Despite Funding

10/29/2025

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Texas faces significant delays in broadband expansion despite federal funding aimed at rural internet access.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act initially allocated $3.3 billion to Texas, but policy changes under U.S. President Donald Trump led to a revised proposal for $1.3 billion.
More than 4,000 applicants sought service, yet only 22 contracts were awarded.
Service could be delayed until 2030, leaving rural residents with expensive satellite internet.

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Texas faces significant delays in broadband expansion despite federal funding aimed at rural internet access.
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act initially allocated $3.3 billion to Texas, but policy changes under U.S. President Donald Trump led to a revised proposal for $1.3 billion.
More than 4,000 applicants sought service, yet only 22 contracts were awarded.
Service could be delayed until 2030, leaving rural residents with expensive satellite internet.