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SpaceX Still Pushing to Slash High Cost Fund

SpaceX is pressing the Federal Communications Commission to reduce a broadband subsidy program that supports rural internet providers, as the company increasingly competes for subscribers. On Wednesday, SpaceX attorneys, including satellite policy chief Joseph Bissonnette, met with FCC staff to advocate for the change. The program currently covers 3.79 million locations, with 63 percent fiber and 22 percent satellite based on NTIA-approved plans.

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SpaceX Still Pushing to Slash High Cost Fund
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Funding The satellite company recovered its Starship rocket after a July test flight, and is looking to acquire some extra spectrum

The satellite company recovered its Starship rocket after a July test flight, and is looking to acquire some extra spectrum

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2026 – SpaceX is still pushing federal regulators to slash a broadband subsidy that supports rural ISPs it’s increasingly competing with for subscribers.

On Wednesday three SpaceX attorneys, satellite policy chief Joseph Bissonnette, met with staff from the Federal Communications Commission to press their case.

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The program’s 3.79 million locations are set to 63 percent fiber and 22 percent satellite, based on NTIA-approved plans

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