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2 Grimes County school boards approve crucial tax break for new SpaceX facility
By Charles Molineaux at KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
A multibillion dollar SpaceX project planned for Grimes County is now moving forward following two crucial endorsements from local leaders.The school boards for the Iola and Anderson-Shiro school districts approved "JETI" tax agreements for the gigantic SpaceX Terafab project, planned at the site...
Key takeaway "JETI" stands for the 2023 Jobs, Energy, Technology and Innovation Act, meant to encourage industrial investment.
Why this matters in The Waco
The approval of the JETI tax agreements by the Iola and Anderson-Shiro school districts marks a significant step forward for the SpaceX Terafab project in Grimes County. As the facility is expected to create thousands of jobs, local residents can anticipate a substantial influx of new families and individuals, which may lead to increased demand for housing, transportation, and community services in the Waco area. The project's location near the old Gibbons Creek reservoir also raises questions about the potential impact on local infrastructure and environmental resources. With the Anderson-Shiro school board seeking more information from SpaceX, it will be worth watching how the company addresses concerns and provides support for the local community as the project moves forward. The tens of millions of dollars promised to local communities and school districts through the JETI agreement will likely be a welcome boost to the local economy, but it remains to be seen how these funds will be allocated and utilized.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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