Texas broadband program distributes $18.5 million
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar awarded $18.5 million to 17 counties across the state as a [...]
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12, 2024
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09, 2024
New legislation introduced to improve broadband access
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Broadband access is a necessity that many rural Texans still lack. U.S. Reps. August Pfluger [...]
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10, 2023
Texans to vote on 14 constitutional amendments
Texans will decide the fate of 14 constitutional amendments this November. The propositions cover many topics, including the right to [...]
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07, 2023
Successful state legislative session for ag, Farm Bureau
By Julie Tomascik Editor Texas lawmakers approved several bills during the 88th legislative session that will impact farmers, ranchers and [...]
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06, 2023
June 2, 2023
This week’s Austin Newsletter includes: Legislative deadlines Tax abatements Rural broadband Water Click here to read this week’s newsletter. [...]
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05, 2023
May 26, 2023
This week’s Austin Newsletter includes: Rural broadband Landowner liability Right to farm Water Click here to read this week’s newsletter. [...]
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03, 2023
Texas lawmakers prioritize rural broadband initiatives
By Shelby Shank Field Editor Broadband is no longer a luxury. It’s a necessity, and it’s one that many [...]
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09, 2022
ReConnect investments distribute funds for rural broadband
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $502 million in loans and grants to provide high-speed internet access for rural [...]
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11, 2021
Infrastructure bill passes House, heads to Biden’s desk
The U.S. House passed a $1.2 trillion infrastructure bill Friday, Nov. 5, by a 225-206 vote. The vote broke a [...]
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07, 2021
New digital map highlights broadband needs
A new digital map from the Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) provides more detail about broadband needs across [...]