Cameron County Commissioners Court has approved a tax abatement for a new shipyard project at the Port of Brownsville. The project, called "Port Alpha", is backed by a military and commercial AI technology company. The tax abatement is for 95% over 19 years.

2 billion. Many people attended the meeting to share their thoughts on the tax break, with over 30 public statements made. Further details about the project and the meeting are available from the source.

The court's decision was made without two commissioners who were absent from the meeting.