FCC Issues Its Widely Anticipated TCPA Order. Has the Call Been Answered?
Posted on Jul 13, 2015 in Press Release | Comments Off on FCC Issues Its Widely Anticipated TCPA Order. Has the Call Been Answered?
On July 10, 2015, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) issued its 138-page Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) Order resolving more than 20 petitions for clarification. According to the FCC, the Order “will benefit consumers and good-faith callers alike by clarifying whether conduct violates the TCPA and by detailing simple guidance intended to assist callers in avoiding violations and consequent litigation.” FCC Chairman Wheeler and Commissioner Clyburn issued separate statements. Commissioners Rosenworcel and O’Rielly approved in part, dissented in part and issued separate statements. Commissioner Pai dissented in part and issued a statement.
