Combating Robocalls and Robotexts: Background, Selected FCC Activity, and Legislative Acti…

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Combating Robocalls and Robotexts: Background, Selected FCC Activity, and Legislative Activity in the 119th Congress

Published May 12, 2026Updated May 14, 2026

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Pallone-Thune Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence Act
Dec 30, 2019 · Became Public Law No: 116-105.

Combating Robocalls and Robotexts: Background, Selected FCC Activity, and Legislative Activity in the 119th Congress

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