THE Commission on Human Rights (CHR) expresses its full support for the filing of Senate Bill (SB) 2699, or 'An act establishing a comprehensive and inclusive data transmission and connectivity framework for the Philippines,' as this seeks to address problems on the existing digital divide in the country through reliable, affordable, and accessible Internet connection.

Sponsored by Senator Alan Peter Cayetano, SB 2699, also known as the 'Konektadong Pinoy Act,' envisions to forward state initiatives for universal internet access in critical areas such as e-governance, basic services, education, health, trade, finance, disaster preparedness and public safety. Moreover, the bill ensures access providers offer fair and nondiscriminatory access to digital infrastructure and services.