Strengthens penalties for violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1993.
The bill modifies the penalties for violations of the Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1993. It increases the maximum prison term for willful and knowing violations to 3 years, and doubles the fine to $20,000. The bill also increases penalties for providing inaccurate caller identification information. The changes apply to offenses involving a high volume of calls, intent to further a felony, or causing significant financial loss.
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