An Act relative to restricting telemarketer phone numbers
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to reduce unwanted telemarketing calls to consumers using Massachusetts local phone numbers. It seeks to restrict telemarketers from using purchased or spoofed phone numbers to reach residents, preventing them from accessing personal information. The bill intends to protect consumers from intrusive and potentially fraudulent sales calls. It will likely require telemarketers to obtain consent before calling residents’ local numbers.
Key provisions
- Telemarketers will be prohibited from using purchased or spoofed phone numbers to contact Massachusetts residents.
- The bill intends to limit the use of robodialing services for telemarketing purposes.
- It requires telemarketers to obtain express consent before initiating calls to local phone numbers.
- The bill establishes a process for consumers to report unwanted telemarketing calls.
Who is affected
- Consumers in Massachusetts
- Telemarketing companies
- Telephone service providers
Notable changes
- The bill addresses the issue of number spoofing, a common tactic used by telemarketers.
- It emphasizes the importance of consumer consent before initiating telemarketing calls.
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