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MO HB1705
Bill
Status
2/9/2012
Primary Sponsor
Jeanne Kirkton
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AI Summary
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Expands the state no-call list to include wireless telephone numbers and residential subscribers using wireless service, in addition to traditional landline services.
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Prohibits telephone solicitations and automated calls to residential subscribers on the no-call list, with exceptions for prior express permission, existing business relationships within 180 days, emergency notifications, school districts, employers, and certain licensed professionals.
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Adds automated calls to the definition of prohibited communications and establishes that automated calls using automatic dialing-announcing devices must disconnect within ten seconds after the subscriber ends the call.
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Extends caller identification blocking prohibitions to automated calls and permits leaving automated messages on answering machines or voice mail if preceded by a live operator announcement.
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Authorizes the Attorney General to enforce violations with civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation and allows private citizens to bring actions for damages or injunctions for multiple violations within a 12-month period.
Legislative Description
Allows a residential subscriber to have his or her wireless telephone number added to the state's No-call List and prohibits sending unsolicited faxes or text messages to anyone on the list
Last Action
Referred: Utilities (H)
2/15/2012