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FL S1308

Bill

Status

Failed

3/9/2012

Primary Sponsor

Thad Altman

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Origin

Senate

2012 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits mobile carriers from adding charges to consumer accounts for third-party applications without express authorization from the primary account holder and bans obtaining authorization through misleading or deceptive means

  • Requires carriers to provide notice disclosing the third-party provider's name, description of services, charge amount, frequency (one-time or recurring), and contact information before adding charges

  • Mandates that primary account holders authorize charges in writing, by text message, email, or recorded verbal authorization after receiving carrier notice

  • Requires carriers to immediately reverse any disputed charges and maintain documentation of authorization for at least 4 years or face penalties

  • Establishes violations as unfair and deceptive trade practices subject to minimum damages of $1,500 per violation if carrier had prior violation within 3 years, or $500 per violation otherwise

Legislative Description

Commercial Mobile Radio Services

Last Action

Died in Communications, Energy, and Public Utilities

3/9/2012

Committee Referrals

Communications, Energy, and Public Utilities1/11/2012

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