Satellite-based technology pushed

By Bernadette E. Tamayo

Jun 28, 2021 12:19 am

SEN. Sherwin Gatchalian wants to maximize the use of satellite technology to widen internet access nationwide and speed up the rollout of digital technology in public schools.

The chairman of the Senate Committee on Basic Education, Arts and Culture filed Senate Bill (SB) 2250 or the 'Satellite-Based Technologies for Internet Connectivity Act of 2021' which aims to expand access to satellite-based technologies as an alternative connectivity solution to ensure universal access to the internet.

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