The Broadband Stimulus Package: What's in it for Satellite?

by Michelle Elbert

Since the Stimulus Bill passed early this year, countless private and public organizations have begun gathering information to apply for billions of dollars in stimulus grants and loans. However, these groups tend to underestimate satellite broadband technology’s ability to meet the goals of the US Congress and the Obama Administration. Not to be left out, some of the largest satellite companies have launched their own campaign to get the message out to Washington and the public.