“Operation Robocall Roundup” Targets Illegal Robocalls
August 18, 2025
The persistent issue of illegal robocalls continues to impact consumers and businesses across the United States. In a further effort to address this pervasive problem, a multi-state initiative dubbed "Operation Robocall Roundup" has been launched by the Anti-Robocall Litigation Task Force, directly targeting voice service providers that fail to comply with federal regulations and enable unwanted call traffic.…
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Stopping Illegal Robocalls and Robotexts: Insights from the House Energy & Commerce Hearing
June 6, 2025
This week, the House Committee on Energy & Commerce Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a crucial hearing titled "Stopping Illegal Robocalls and Robotexts: Progress, Challenges, and Next Steps" on June 4, 2025. The hearing brought together experts from industry and consumer advocacy groups to reflect on the strides made in combating illegal robocalls and robotexts since the enactment of the TRACED Act, examine the persistent challenges, and discuss potential future steps. …
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FCC Continues Efforts to Implement Technical Solutions to Fight Scam and Spam Robocalls
April 29, 2025
At its April 2025 opening meeting, the FCC adopted a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) focused on addressing a known vulnerability in our telecommunications network that has hindered efforts to prevent these nuisance calls: the non-Internet Protocol (IP) caller ID authentication gap. This NPRM is the latest in a series of steps the Commission has taken to combat illegal robocalls and fraud through technical solutions, a path directed by Congress in the TRACED Act.…
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EIA Commends FCC Action Strengthening the Network Against Illegal Robocalls
Ecommerce Innovation Alliance
August 8, 2025
The EIA recognizes the FCC's recent action to remove 185 non-compliant voice service providers from the Robocall Mitigation Database (RMD). This move, effective August 6, 2025, directly prevents these providers from connecting to U.S. networks until they comply with FCC regulations. As an organization dedicated to fostering a predictable and fair legal environment for the ecommerce industry, the EIA supports targeted efforts that enhance consumer protection without creating undue burdens for legitimate businesses.…
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