FCCFinal Rule

Advanced Methods to Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls

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Summary

The FCC is establishing new tools and methods for phone companies to identify and block illegal robocalls before they reach your phone. This rule aims to reduce the billions of unwanted robocalls Americans receive each year by giving telecommunications companies better technology and authority to stop scams, spam, and fraudulent calls.

Key Points

  • 1Phone companies can use advanced filtering technology to detect and block robocalls that appear to violate laws, without needing permission from each individual customer first
  • 2The FCC is requiring phone carriers to implement stronger call authentication systems that verify callers are actually who they claim to be
  • 3Phone companies must report data on robocalls they block, helping the FCC and law enforcement track and stop illegal calling operations
  • 4Consumers maintain the right to receive legitimate calls but will see fewer scam calls reaching their phones
  • 5Phone companies that fail to implement these anti-robocall measures may face penalties and enforcement action from the FCC

Key Dates

Published

September 16, 2025

This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.

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