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After Favoritism Accusations, Texas Broadband Office Places Hold on BEAD Grants

After Favoritism Accusations, Texas Broadband Office Places Hold on BEAD Grants

by R.A. Dyer | Aug 14, 2026 | Telecom

Favoritism accusations have led to legislative calls for an audit of the Broadband Development Office and that audit is now underway as part of a general self-review by the state’s Comptroller’s office, according to reports....
After Favoritism Accusations, Texas Broadband Office Places Hold on BEAD Grants

Texas Broadband Office Under Fire for Supposed “Favoritism” Relating to Elon Musk’s Starlink

by R.A. Dyer | Jul 9, 2026 | Telecom

State Sen. Charles Schwertner: “I’ll just say it bluntly — favoritism and transparency are real big concerns that have been brought to my office.” ________________________________________________ The state office responsible for administering billions of dollars...
Elon Musk’s SpaceX Seeks Changes to Awarded Broadband Grants, but Regulators Push Back

Elon Musk’s SpaceX Seeks Changes to Awarded Broadband Grants, but Regulators Push Back

by R.A. Dyer | Feb 10, 2026 | Telecom

Musk’s SpaceX received BEAD awards valued at $733 million across various states, including $109 million from Texas. ________________________________________________ SpaceX, the aerospace service company owned by multi-billionaire Elon Musk, wants to change the terms...

Why TCCFUI

TCCFUI is comprehensively focused on utility issues for Texas cities! With its volunteer board of city representatives, we work with other state and local organizations to fill unserved city needs.

Recent Blog Posts

  • Concerns Raised over Flood of Rate Cases, Electric Affordability at Texas Legislative Hearing
  • News Round-Up: September 2026
  • Texas PUC Adopts Less Stringent Interconnection Rules for Large Loads like AI Data Centers
  • Feds Predict Record Demand Growth, with Region Including Texas Leading the Way
  • Join TCCFUI Oct. 15-16 in Houston for its Annual Informational Seminar