Hot Newsuna game TOL’s bill seeks 20% student discount for digital communication, internet services
To empower students and foster a more equitable educational environment, Senator Francis ‘TOL’ Tolentino has filed a measure that seeks to grant students a 20-percent discount on the purchase of mobile phone load, plans, and internet services.
MANILA, Philippines – To empower students and foster a more equitable educational environment, Senator Francis ‘TOL’ Tolentino has filed a bill that seeks to grant a 20-percent student discount on the purchase of mobile phone load, plans, and internet services.
The measure, Tolentino said, “will help ease the burden of students related to the cost of digital communication and online resources,” which have become vital components in the delivery of education in recent years.
Article continues after this advertisementCalled the “Student Load Discount Act,” Senate Bill 2972 mandates a 20% discount on mobile load, text, call, and internet services for eligible students.
FEATURED STORIES NEWSINFO Robredo: LP to navigate challenging times sans Lagman NEWSINFO SWS trust ratings for Marcos, Duterte continue to drop NEWSINFO Big biz group joins call to stop P200 wage hikeThe proposal covers students in the primary, secondary, technical-vocational and tertiary levels.
Post-graduate students are not eligible to benefit from the discount.
Article continues after this advertisement“This initiative is intended to promote educational equity, enhance digital literacy, and foster collaboration between the government and telecommunications companies (TELCOs) to meet students’ needs,” Tolentino said in his bill’s explanatory note.
Article continues after this advertisementTo avail of the privilege, “students will need to present a valid school ID or proof of enrollment. The discount will be available year-round and is strictly for personal educational use.”
Article continues after this advertisementIn addition, SB 2972 allows telecommunications firms to claim tax deductions in line with the discounts they will provide under the proposal.
“This creates an incentive for these companies to actively support students’ educational needs,” Tolentino pointed out.
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Article continues after this advertisement“The collaboration between the government, educational institutions, and telecommunications firms is crucial for the success of this initiative, ultimately paving the way for a brighter future for the country’s youth,” the senator concluded.
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