Comptroller Hegar announced that his agency is now requesting grant applications for the Texas LEO Satellite Broadband Grant Program.
The list of Round 2 awards in the Texas BOOT Program so far includes seven additional new grants since January.
In November, the NTIA had approved Texas’ Digital Equity Capacity Grant application along with those from several other states.
Texas fiber providers receiving broadband grants commit to 1 Gbps symmetrical service and low-cost options for subscribers.
To win awards, companies must make pole replacements with new poles that provide a minimum of 25/3 Mbps speeds.
Sanders recommends the Texas model of a nonprofit working alongside local governments to help foster broadband partnerships.