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ICYMI: Starbase, Texas Wins Vote to Become State’s Newest City

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May 15, 2025

On May 3, 2025, residents near SpaceX’s South Texas launch site voted to incorporate the area as Starbase, Texas, making it the state’s newest city, as reported by AP News and KUT Radio.

The Details:

  • Voter Support: Cameron County election officials confirmed the overwhelming 212-6 victory, with only 283 eligible voters in the proposed city boundaries.

  • SpaceX Influence: The city encompasses SpaceX’s rocket testing and launch complex, with the company owning most properties in the former Boca Chica village.

  • Historical Context: SpaceX began using the name “Starbase” in 2021, following its selection of the site in 2014, with major construction starting in 2018.

Why It Matters: Starbase’s creation cements SpaceX’s footprint in Texas, driving economic growth in Cameron County and the State's space industry.

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