Semiconductor Boom: Gov. Greg Abbott announced SpaceX’s $16.8B “Terafab” chip factory in Grimes County, a 100M sq.-ft. vertically integrated site targeting 3,000 jobs, with state incentives tied to commitments on electric bills and water use. Local Industry Watch: At Grimes County Commissioners Court, SpaceX reps said JETI agreements are signed and outlined a long-term tax abatement structure. Energy & Shipping: Oil jumped as Iran-Oman Hormuz talks and reports of tanker attacks kept supply risk front and center, while US Middle East crude imports are set to rise. Texas Infrastructure & Growth: Friendswood moved forward on a plan to extend Friendswood Parkway to ease congestion and support hurricane evacuation routes. Public Works Dispute: Houston residents near Industrial Way are still dealing with sinkholes and arguing over whether the city or Union Pacific is responsible for repairs. Manufacturing Supply Chain: GE Appliances will expand US semiconductor sourcing via a Texas Instruments partnership for connected laundry appliances starting in 2027. Agriculture Health Alert: Screwworm cases in Texas continue climbing, prompting movement restrictions for livestock. Workforce & Policy: A new look at H-2A/H-2B seasonal visa reliance highlights how labor shortages ripple across Texas-relevant industries like agriculture, landscaping, hospitality, and seafood processing.