HJR111 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Steve HurstRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Congress, urged to strengthen laws and prosecution relating to unwanted telephone communications

Summary

HJR111 is a nonbinding Alabama House resolution urging Congress to strengthen federal laws and prosecutions related to unsolicited telephone communications.

What This Bill Does

The resolution asks Congress to strengthen federal laws and prosecutions concerning unwanted telephone calls and scams, noting current protections under the TCPA are limited and burdensome for consumers. It highlights the need for stronger enforcement and faster action by federal authorities. It also directs that copies of the resolution be sent to Alabama's congressional delegation and entered into the Congressional Record.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents who receive unwanted telephone communications, especially elderly or vulnerable individuals, who would benefit from stronger protections and enforcement.
• Alabama's congressional delegation and federal regulators (such as the FCC) as the recipients of the request and potential subjects of strengthened laws and enforcement.

Key Provisions

• Urges Congress to strengthen federal laws and prosecutions relating to unsolicited telephone communications.
• Directs that copies of the resolution be provided to all members of Alabama's delegation to Congress and entered into the Congressional Record.

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Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative