MO HB839

Prohibits callers from using automatic dialing announcing devices to contact residential subscribers unless the subscriber has consented or the message is immediately preceded by disclosure of the caller's identity, purpose, goods/services being promoted, and an option to terminate the call and be removed from the calling list

Requires automatic dialing devices to disconnect within 10 seconds after the subscriber terminates the call

Exempts school district calls to students, parents, or employees; calls to subscribers with existing business or personal relationships; and calls advising employees of work schedules

Authorizes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per knowing violation, with the Attorney General empowered to initiate proceedings, issue subpoenas, and conduct investigations

Allows individuals who receive more than one violating solicitation within 12 months from the same caller to sue for injunctive relief and/or damages up to $5,000 per violation