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Protecting Landline Phone Numbers After Natural Disasters

This act protects landline phone numbers after a major disaster declaration. Providers cannot reassign or modify numbers without the subscriber's request. Citizens can keep their number, even if their home is inaccessible, and reconnect it later without extra fees.
Key points
Your landline phone number is protected after a disaster: the provider cannot take it or change it without your consent.
You can request to extend this protection for one year after the disaster period ends.
If you cancel service because your home is inaccessible, you won't pay early termination fees, and you can reconnect the same number later without connection fees.
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Print number: 117_HR_678
Sponsor: Rep. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5]
Process start date: 2021-02-01
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

PHONE Act of 2021

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_678.

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 2021-02-01.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Your landline phone number is protected after a disaster: the provider cannot take it or change it without your consent.
  • You can request to extend this protection for one year after the disaster period ends.
  • If you cancel service because your home is inaccessible, you won't pay early termination fees, and you can reconnect the same number later without connection fees.
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. Thompson, Mike [D-CA-5].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Pursuant to section 7 of H. Res. 535, and the motion offered by Mr. Hoyer, the following bills passed under suspension of the rules: H.R. 678; H.R. 1036; H.R. 1079, as amended; H.R. 1158; H.R. 1250; H.R. 1754; H.R. 1833, as amended; H.R. 1850; H.R. 1871; H.R. 1877, as amended; H.R. 1893; H.R. 1895; H.R. 2118; H.R. 2795, as amended; H.R. 2928; H.R. 2980, as amended; H.R. 3003; H.R. 3138, as amended; H.R. 3223; H.R. 3263; and H.R. 3264; and the following resolutions were agreed to under suspension of the rules: H. Res. 277; and H. Res. 294. (consideration: CR H3715-3730; text: CR H3716)

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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