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Texas lawmakers call for audit of state’s broadband grant funding

Summary by Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jayme Lozano Carver, The Texas Tribune, KXXV · July 22, 2026 · 3 min read

LUBBOCK Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick and House Speaker Dustin Burrows called for an audit of the Texas Broadband Development Office Tuesday. Their request comes after the office faced allegations last month for favoring satellite companies when it came to distributing more than $5...

Why this matters in Waco

The upcoming Expunction Fair in McLennan County is a significant opportunity for residents to clear their records and start anew. For those who have been hindered by past mistakes, expungement can be a crucial step towards rehabilitation and reintegration into the community. With Baylor University and a growing local economy, Waco is a city that offers many chances for personal and professional growth, but a criminal record can often be a major obstacle. By providing a chance for expungement, the McLennan County District Attorney's Office is helping to level the playing field and give residents a fair shot at success. As the Expunction Fair approaches, it will be worth watching to see how many residents take advantage of this opportunity and how it impacts the community as a whole, particularly in terms of employment and education opportunities within the Waco ISD and Midway ISD school districts.

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Category: traffic · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: KXXV · Reading time: 3 min

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Texas lawmakers call for audit of state’s broadband grant funding

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