https://www.tpr.org/tags/texas-space-commission Texas Space Commission en-US Copyright Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:02:51 GMT https://www.tpr.org/science-technology/2026-10-20/texas-is-lobbying-for-the-new-u-s-space-academy-taxpayers-could-foot-a-100-million-bill There’s bipartisan momentum from Texas officials to make the Lone Star State the home of the U.S. Space Academy. A state commission suggested spending up to $100 million in taxpayer money to secure the selection. Tue, 20 Oct 2026 19:02:51 GMT https://www.tpr.org/science-technology/2026-10-20/texas-is-lobbying-for-the-new-u-s-space-academy-taxpayers-could-foot-a-100-million-bill Michael Adkison | Houston Public Media