FCCFinal Rule

Delete, Delete, Delete; Targeting and Eliminating Unlawful Text Messages; Rules and Regulations Implementing of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991; Advanced Methods to Target and Eliminate Unlawful Robocalls

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Summary

The FCC created new rules to help stop illegal text messages and robocalls from reaching your phone. These rules give phone companies and regulators stronger tools to identify and block unwanted messages and calls before they reach customers.

Key Points

  • 1Phone companies must use advanced technology to detect and block illegal robocalls and spam text messages before they reach your phone
  • 2The FCC gained new powers to target and eliminate unlawful robocalls and unwanted text messages from reaching consumers
  • 3Phone carriers are required to implement better filtering systems to protect customers from scams and spam
  • 4The rules build on the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 by adding modern methods to fight newer types of spam and fraud
  • 5Consumers benefit by receiving fewer spam calls and texts, reducing exposure to scams, unwanted sales pitches, and illegal robocalls

Key Dates

Published

August 29, 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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