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Texas Lawmakers Demand Broadband Audit | San Antonio News
Texas lawmakers are demanding an audit of the state’s Broadband Development Office after allegations it favored satellite companies in awarding over $5 billion in federal and state funds. Lieutenant Governor Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows accuse the office—and even the Governor’s office—of pushing rule changes to benefit satellite providers, calling for accountability to meet public and legislative expectations. Despite Texas receiving the most broadband funding in 2023—$3.3 billion—the rollout remains stalled due to years of bureaucratic delays. Senator Ted Cruz and former…
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