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Doubled Penalties for Phone Spoofing and Misleading Caller ID.

This act doubles the financial penalties for individuals and companies who intentionally falsify caller ID information to deceive. This aims to better protect citizens from unwanted calls and phone scams, enhancing communication security.
Key points
The maximum penalty for a single caller ID spoofing violation increases from $10,000 to $20,000.
The maximum aggregate penalty for repeated violations increases from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000.
These changes aim to deter fraudulent phone practices, potentially reducing unwanted calls and scam attempts.
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Print number: 117_HR_6320
Sponsor: Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7]
Process start date: 2021-12-16
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Anti-Spoofing Penalties Modernization Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_6320.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-12-16.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • The maximum penalty for a single caller ID spoofing violation increases from $10,000 to $20,000.
  • The maximum aggregate penalty for repeated violations increases from $1,000,000 to $2,000,000.
  • These changes aim to deter fraudulent phone practices, potentially reducing unwanted calls and scam attempts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Rice, Tom [R-SC-7].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the Subcommittee on Communications and Technology.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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