FL H1299

Prohibits knowingly transmitting misleading or inaccurate caller identification information with intent to defraud, cause harm, or wrongfully obtain anything of value

Requires telecommunications companies to provide the originating phone number and location for each call and to block all calls and text messages with manipulated caller ID that doesn't match the actual origin

Mandates implementation of the STIR/SHAKEN authentication framework (or comparable technology) to verify caller identification by July 1, 2027

Telecommunications companies must file certification with the FCC confirming their traffic is digitally verified or subject to a compliant automated call mitigation program

Violations carry a civil penalty of $250,000 per offense; exemptions exist for authorized law enforcement activities and court-ordered caller ID manipulation