In January, a robocallimpersonated President Joe Bidenand told Democrats not to vote in the New Hampshire primary.
The ruling takes effect immediately.
The FCC statement says that this ruling should provide states with more legal backing to pursue cases against fraudsters.
AI could help stop robocalls from getting through
The FCC has been working on this for months.
A coalition of 26 state attorneys general recently wrote to the FCC supporting this approach.
These partnerships can provide critical resources for building cases and coordinating efforts to protect consumers and businesses nationwide.
How to report robocalls
Unwanted robocalls are the FCC’s No.
1 complaint, and its top consumer protection priority, the commission says in astatement on its site.
You’ll need to describe the call and give your email address.
A representative for the FCC confirmed that this is the recommended way to bring such calls to their attention.
Consumers who are concerned they’ll miss wanted calls can opt out.
